Flint and Clintonite Physical Properties

Flint and Clintonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Flint and Clintonite 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 Flint and Clintonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Flint- SiO2
• Chemical formula of Clintonite- Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2

Flint and Clintonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Flint and Clintonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Flint and Clintonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Flint is 3.0-3.1 whereas that of Clintonite is 3.0-3.1.