Selenite and Clintonite Physical Properties

Selenite and Clintonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite 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 Selenite and Clintonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Selenite- CaSO4·2H2O
• Chemical formula of Clintonite- Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2

Selenite and Clintonite Specific Gravity

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