Microcline and Clinochlore Physical Properties

Microcline and Clinochlore Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline and Clinochlore 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 Microcline and Clinochlore chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Clinochlore- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Al(Si 3Al)O 10(OH) 8Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Microcline and Clinochlore Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microcline and Clinochlore Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microcline and Clinochlore Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microcline is 2.60-3.02 whereas that of Clinochlore is 2.60-3.02.