Weloganite and Chlorite group Physical Properties

Weloganite and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Weloganite 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 Weloganite and Chlorite group chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Weloganite- Na2SrZrSi6O17(OH)3·3H2O
• Chemical formula of Chlorite group- (Mg,Fe)3(Si,Al)4O10(OH)2·(Mg,Fe)3(OH)6

Weloganite and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

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