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Chlorastrolite and Fuchsite Physical Properties


Fuchsite and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1-3.5   
2.77-2.88   

Fracture
Granular   
Uneven   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Perfect basal   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Chlorastrolite and Fuchsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorastrolite and Fuchsite 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 Fuchsite chemical formula.

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Chlorastrolite and Fuchsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorastrolite and Fuchsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorastrolite and Fuchsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorastrolite is 2.77-2.88 whereas that of Fuchsite is 2.77-2.88.

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