Chlorastrolite and Jadeite Physical Properties

Chlorastrolite and Jadeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorastrolite and Jadeite 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 Jadeite 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)
• Chemical formula of Jadeite- NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Chlorastrolite and Jadeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorastrolite and Jadeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorastrolite and Jadeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorastrolite is 3.28-3.38 whereas that of Jadeite is 3.28-3.38.