Clinohedrite and Chlorapatite Physical Properties

Clinohedrite and Chlorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinohedrite and Chlorapatite 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 Clinohedrite and Chlorapatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Clinohedrite- CaZnSiO 4 · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Clinohedrite and Chlorapatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinohedrite and Chlorapatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinohedrite and Chlorapatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinohedrite is 3.17-3.18 whereas that of Chlorapatite is 3.17-3.18.