Phosphosiderite and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties

Phosphosiderite and Chlorastrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite 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 Phosphosiderite and Chlorastrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Chlorastrolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Phosphosiderite and Chlorastrolite Specific Gravity

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