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Clinochlore and Leucophanite 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
2.60-3.02
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1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Al(Si 3Al)O 10(OH) 8Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Clinochlore and Leucophanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinochlore and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite Specific Gravity

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