Citrine and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties

Citrine and Chlorastrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Citrine and Chlorastrolite 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 Citrine and Chlorastrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Chlorastrolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Citrine and Chlorastrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Citrine and Chlorastrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Citrine and Chlorastrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Citrine is 3.1-3.5 whereas that of Chlorastrolite is 3.1-3.5.