Vivianite and Clintonite Physical Properties

Vivianite and Clintonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vivianite 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 Vivianite and Clintonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Vivianite- Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Clintonite- Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2

Vivianite and Clintonite Specific Gravity

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