Clinozoisite and Riebeckite Physical Properties

Clinozoisite

Riebeckite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.21-3.383.28-3.44

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Irregular/uneven, Uneven

Uneven, Splintery, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {001}

Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-75.0-6.0

2 10

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 Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinozoisite and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinozoisite and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinozoisite and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinozoisite is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.