Zoisite and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties

Zoisite and Chlorastrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite 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 Zoisite and Chlorastrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Chlorastrolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Zoisite and Chlorastrolite Specific Gravity

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