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Periclase and Clinozoisite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
3.21-3.38
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Periclase and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase 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 Periclase and Clinozoisite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Periclase and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity

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