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Clinozoisite and Piemontite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.21-3.38
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
Uneven, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}
[001] good, [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
6-6.5
1.8 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 Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinozoisite and Piemontite 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 Piemontite 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 Piemontite Specific Gravity

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