Hurlbutite and Chlorite group Physical Properties

Hurlbutite and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite and Chlorite group chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Hurlbutite and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

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