Stolzite and Chlorite group Physical Properties

Stolzite and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Stolzite 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 Stolzite and Chlorite group chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Stolzite- PbWO4
• Chemical formula of Chlorite group- (Mg,Fe)3(Si,Al)4O10(OH)2·(Mg,Fe)3(OH)6

Stolzite and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

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