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Citrine and Chlorite group Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65
2.6-3.3
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Lamellar
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
Perfect 001
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
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Citrine and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Citrine 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 Citrine and Chlorite group chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2
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Citrine and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

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

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