Chlorite group and Romanchite Physical Properties

Chlorite group and Romanchite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorite group and Romanchite 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 Chlorite group and Romanchite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorite group- (Mg,Fe)3(Si,Al)4O10(OH)2·(Mg,Fe)3(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Romanchite- BaAl2Si2O8

Chlorite group and Romanchite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorite group and Romanchite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorite group and Romanchite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorite group is 4.70-4.74 whereas that of Romanchite is 4.70-4.74.