Clinozoisite and Siderite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
3.21-3.38
3.83-3.89
Fracture
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}
Perfect on {01 1 1}
Mohs Hardness
6-7
3.5-4.5
Chemical Composition
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Clinozoisite and Siderite Chemical Formula
While comparing Clinozoisite and Siderite 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 Siderite 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 Siderite- Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Clinozoisite and Siderite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinozoisite and Siderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinozoisite and Siderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinozoisite is 3.83-3.89 whereas that of Siderite is 3.83-3.89.