Chlorastrolite and Kainite Physical Properties

Chlorastrolite and Kainite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorastrolite and Kainite 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 Kainite 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 Kainite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorastrolite and Kainite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorastrolite and Kainite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorastrolite is 2.15 whereas that of Kainite is 2.15.