Grossular and Clinothulite Physical Properties

Grossular and Clinothulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular and Clinothulite 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 Grossular and Clinothulite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Grossular- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Clinothulite- Ca2(Mg,Fe)3Al2(SiO4)4(OH)4

Grossular and Clinothulite Specific Gravity

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