Chlorastrolite and Moss Agate Physical Properties

Chlorastrolite and Moss Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorastrolite and Moss Agate 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 Moss Agate 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 Moss Agate- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Chlorastrolite and Moss Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorastrolite and Moss Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorastrolite and Moss Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorastrolite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Moss Agate is 2.58-2.64.