Nickeline and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties

Nickeline and Chlorastrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nickeline 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 Nickeline 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)

Nickeline and Chlorastrolite Specific Gravity

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