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Chlorite group and Starlite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.6-3.3
3.91-4.73
1.5 Fracture
Lamellar
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect 001
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chlorite group and Starlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorite group and Starlite 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 Starlite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chlorite group and Starlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorite group and Starlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorite group and Starlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorite group is 3.91-4.73 whereas that of Starlite is 3.91-4.73.