Chlorite group and Uvite Physical Properties

Chlorite group and Uvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorite group and Uvite 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 Uvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorite group- (Mg,Fe)3(Si,Al)4O10(OH)2·(Mg,Fe)3(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Chlorite group and Uvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorite group and Uvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorite group and Uvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorite group is 2.97-3.14 whereas that of Uvite is 2.97-3.14.