Glaucophane and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties

Glaucophane and Chlorastrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Glaucophane 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 Glaucophane and Chlorastrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Glaucophane- [ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Chlorastrolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Glaucophane and Chlorastrolite Specific Gravity

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