Clinothulite and Anyolite Physical Properties

Clinothulite and Anyolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinothulite and Anyolite 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 Clinothulite and Anyolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Clinothulite- Ca2(Mg,Fe)3Al2(SiO4)4(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Anyolite- Ruby Zoisite: (Ca,Na)(Al,Mg,Fe)3Al6(BO3)3Si6O18(OH)4

Clinothulite and Anyolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinothulite and Anyolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinothulite and Anyolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinothulite is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Anyolite is 3.20-3.50.