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Clinozoisite and Painite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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-
3.21-3.38
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
Perfect on {001}
6-7
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
 
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4.00-4.03
Conchoidal
Distinct
7.5-8
CaZrBAl 9O 18Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Clinozoisite and Painite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinozoisite and Painite 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 Painite chemical formula.

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Clinozoisite and Painite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinozoisite and Painite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinozoisite Vs Painite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinozoisite is whereas that of Painite is .