Sphalerite and Clinothulite Physical Properties

Sphalerite and Clinothulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphalerite and Clinothulite 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 Sphalerite and Clinothulite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Clinothulite- Ca2(Mg,Fe)3Al2(SiO4)4(OH)4

Sphalerite and Clinothulite Specific Gravity

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