Achroite and Clinozoisite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40
3.21-3.38
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on {001}
Chemical Composition
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Achroite and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula
While comparing Achroite and Clinozoisite 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 Achroite and Clinozoisite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Achroite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.
- Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Achroite and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Clinozoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Clinozoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 3.21-3.38 whereas that of Clinozoisite is 3.21-3.38.