Helenite and Astrophyllite Physical Properties

Helenite and Astrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Helenite and Astrophyllite 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 Helenite and Astrophyllite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Helenite- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Astrophyllite- (K,Na) 3(Fe2+ ,Mn) 7Ti 2Si 8O 24(O,OH) 7Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Helenite and Astrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Helenite and Astrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Helenite and Astrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Helenite is 3.2-3.4 whereas that of Astrophyllite is 3.2-3.4.