Dravite and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties

Dravite and Chlorastrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite 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 Dravite and Chlorastrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Dravite- Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Chlorastrolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Dravite and Chlorastrolite Specific Gravity

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