Clinochlore and Pollucite Physical Properties

Clinochlore and Pollucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinochlore and Pollucite 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 Pollucite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Clinochlore- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Al(Si 3Al)O 10(OH) 8Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Pollucite- (Cs,Na)(AlSi 2O 6) · 0.5H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Clinochlore and Pollucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinochlore and Pollucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinochlore and Pollucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinochlore is 2.86-2.94 whereas that of Pollucite is 2.86-2.94.