Pietersite and Clintonite Physical Properties

Pietersite and Clintonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pietersite 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 Pietersite and Clintonite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Clintonite- Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2

Pietersite and Clintonite Specific Gravity

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