Hambergite and Chlorite group Physical Properties

Hambergite and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Hambergite and Chlorite group 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 Hambergite and Chlorite group chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Chlorite group- (Mg,Fe)3(Si,Al)4O10(OH)2·(Mg,Fe)3(OH)6

Hambergite and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hambergite and Chlorite group Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hambergite and Chlorite group Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hambergite is 2.6-3.3 whereas that of Chlorite group is 2.6-3.3.