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Onyx and Clinozoisite Physical Properties


Clinozoisite and Onyx Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70   
3.21-3.38   

Fracture
Not Available   
Irregular/uneven, Uneven   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
Perfect on {001}   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
SiO2   
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Onyx and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx 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 Onyx and Clinozoisite chemical formula.

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Onyx and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity

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

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