Amber and Clinohedrite Physical Properties

Amber and Clinohedrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber and Clinohedrite 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 Amber and Clinohedrite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
• Chemical formula of Clinohedrite- CaZnSiO 4 · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Amber and Clinohedrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Clinohedrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Clinohedrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 3.28-3.335 whereas that of Clinohedrite is 3.28-3.335.