Heliodor and Chlorite group Physical Properties

Heliodor and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Heliodor 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 Heliodor and Chlorite group chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Heliodor- Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈
• Chemical formula of Chlorite group- (Mg,Fe)3(Si,Al)4O10(OH)2·(Mg,Fe)3(OH)6

Heliodor and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

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