Star Sapphire and Clintonite Physical Properties

Star Sapphire and Clintonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star Sapphire 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 Star Sapphire and Clintonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Star Sapphire- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Clintonite- Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2

Star Sapphire and Clintonite Specific Gravity

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