Fluorite and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties

Fluorite and Chlorastrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fluorite 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 Fluorite and Chlorastrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF₂
• Chemical formula of Chlorastrolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Fluorite and Chlorastrolite Specific Gravity

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