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Chlorastrolite and Hexagonite Physical Properties


Hexagonite and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.1-3.5   
2.98-3.03   

Fracture
Granular   
Uneven   

Cleavage
Not Available   
[110] perfect; [010] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Chlorastrolite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorastrolite and Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite chemical formula.

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Chlorastrolite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorastrolite and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorastrolite and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorastrolite is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.

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