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Richterite and Clintonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5
3.0-3.1
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect
Perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2

Richterite and Clintonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite 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 Richterite and Clintonite chemical formula.

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

Richterite and Clintonite Specific Gravity

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