Clinozoisite and Hematite Physical Properties

Clinozoisite

Hematite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.21-3.385.00-5.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Irregular/uneven, Uneven

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {001}

None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-76

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Clinozoisite and Hematite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinozoisite and Hematite 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 Clinozoisite and Hematite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Clinozoisite and Hematite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinozoisite and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinozoisite and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinozoisite is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.