Clinochlore and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties

Clinochlore and Chlorastrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinochlore 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 Clinochlore and Chlorastrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Clinochlore- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Al(Si 3Al)O 10(OH) 8Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Chlorastrolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Clinochlore and Chlorastrolite Specific Gravity

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