Clinochlore and Geodes Physical Properties

Clinochlore and Geodes Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinochlore and Geodes 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 Geodes chemical formula.

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

Clinochlore and Geodes Specific Gravity

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