Emerald and Chiastolite Physical Properties

Emerald and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Emerald and Chiastolite 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 Emerald and Chiastolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Emerald- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
• Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Emerald and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Emerald and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Emerald and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Emerald is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.