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Clinozoisite and Shungite Physical Properties


Shungite and Clinozoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.21-3.38   
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Fracture
Irregular/uneven, Uneven   
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Cleavage
Perfect on {001}   
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Mohs Hardness
6-7   
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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 Shungite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinozoisite and Shungite 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 Shungite chemical formula.

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Clinozoisite and Shungite Specific Gravity

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

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