Sunstone and Chlorite group Physical Properties

Sunstone and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Sunstone 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 Sunstone and Chlorite group chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈
• Chemical formula of Chlorite group- (Mg,Fe)3(Si,Al)4O10(OH)2·(Mg,Fe)3(OH)6

Sunstone and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

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