Clinochlore and Hiddenite Physical Properties

Clinochlore and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinochlore and Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Clinochlore- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Al(Si 3Al)O 10(OH) 8Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi₂O₆

Clinochlore and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinochlore and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinochlore and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinochlore is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.