Hematite and Clintonite Physical Properties

Hematite and Clintonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hematite 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 Hematite and Clintonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Clintonite- Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2

Hematite and Clintonite Specific Gravity

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