Clinochlore and Clinothulite Physical Properties

Clinochlore and Clinothulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinochlore and Clinothulite 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 Clinochlore and Clinothulite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Clinochlore- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Al(Si 3Al)O 10(OH) 8Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Clinochlore and Clinothulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinochlore and Clinothulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinochlore and Clinothulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinochlore is Not Available whereas that of Clinothulite is Not Available.