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Clintonite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Elastic
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.1
2.9-3.1
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}
Perfect basal {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5
3.5-4.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2
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Clintonite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clintonite and Zinnwaldite 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 Clintonite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Clintonite- Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2
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Clintonite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Clintonite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Clintonite and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Clintonite is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.