Clinozoisite and Hessonite Garnet Physical Properties

Clinozoisite and Hessonite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinozoisite and Hessonite Garnet 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 Hessonite Garnet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Clinozoisite and Hessonite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinozoisite and Hessonite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinozoisite and Hessonite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinozoisite is Not Available whereas that of Hessonite Garnet is Not Available.