Chlorastrolite and Dumortierite quartz Physical Properties

Chlorastrolite and Dumortierite quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorastrolite and Dumortierite quartz physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Chlorastrolite and Dumortierite quartz chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorastrolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Chlorastrolite and Dumortierite quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorastrolite and Dumortierite quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorastrolite and Dumortierite quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorastrolite is Not Available whereas that of Dumortierite quartz is Not Available.