Starlite and Chlorite group Physical Properties

Starlite

Chlorite group

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.91-4.732.6-3.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Lamellar

1.6 Cleavage

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Perfect 001

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7.52-2.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Starlite and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite 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 Starlite and Chlorite group chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Starlite and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

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