Clinozoisite and Prehnite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.21-3.38
2.80-2.95
Fracture
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}
Distinct on [001]
Chemical Composition
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
Clinozoisite and Prehnite Chemical Formula
While comparing Clinozoisite and Prehnite 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 Prehnite 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 Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
Clinozoisite and Prehnite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinozoisite and Prehnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinozoisite and Prehnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinozoisite is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Prehnite is 2.80-2.95.