Clinozoisite and Pearl Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
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Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.21-3.38
2.60-2.85
Fracture
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}
none
Mohs Hardness
6-7
2.5-4.5
Chemical Composition
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Clinozoisite and Pearl Chemical Formula
While comparing Clinozoisite and Pearl 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 Pearl 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 Pearl Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinozoisite and Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinozoisite and Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinozoisite is 2.60-2.85 whereas that of Pearl is 2.60-2.85.