Hambergite and Clinozoisite Physical Properties

Hambergite and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hambergite and Clinozoisite 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 Hambergite and Clinozoisite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Hambergite and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hambergite and Clinozoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hambergite and Clinozoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hambergite is 3.21-3.38 whereas that of Clinozoisite is 3.21-3.38.