Clinozoisite and Poudretteite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.21-3.38
2.51-2.53
Fracture
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
Conchoidal, Splintery
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}
None
Chemical Composition
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Clinozoisite and Poudretteite Chemical Formula
While comparing Clinozoisite and Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Clinozoisite and Poudretteite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinozoisite and Poudretteite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinozoisite and Poudretteite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinozoisite is 2.51-2.53 whereas that of Poudretteite is 2.51-2.53.