Clinothulite and Erythrite Physical Properties

Clinothulite and Erythrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinothulite and Erythrite 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 Erythrite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Clinothulite- Ca2(Mg,Fe)3Al2(SiO4)4(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Erythrite- Co3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Clinothulite and Erythrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinothulite and Erythrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinothulite and Erythrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinothulite is 3.06 whereas that of Erythrite is 3.06.