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Leucophanite and Clinozoisite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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3.21-3.38
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
Perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Leucophanite and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite and Clinozoisite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Leucophanite and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity

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