Clinozoisite and Smaragdite Physical Properties

Clinozoisite and Smaragdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinozoisite and Smaragdite 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 Smaragdite 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 Smaragdite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clinozoisite and Smaragdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clinozoisite and Smaragdite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clinozoisite is 3.24-3.50 whereas that of Smaragdite is 3.24-3.50.