Hawks Eye and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties

Hawks Eye and Chlorastrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hawks Eye 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 Hawks Eye and Chlorastrolite chemical formula.

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

Hawks Eye and Chlorastrolite Specific Gravity

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