Chlorastrolite and Marble Physical Properties

Chlorastrolite and Marble Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorastrolite and Marble 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 Marble 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 Marble- CaCO3

Chlorastrolite and Marble Specific Gravity

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