Wulfenite and Clinozoisite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
6.50-7.00
3.21-3.38
Fracture
Irregular, Brittle, Conchoidal
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
Cleavage
On {011}, distinct; on {001}, {013}, indistinct
Perfect on {001}
Chemical Composition
PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Wulfenite and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula
While comparing Wulfenite and Clinozoisite 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 Wulfenite and Clinozoisite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
- Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Wulfenite and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wulfenite and Clinozoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wulfenite and Clinozoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wulfenite is 3.21-3.38 whereas that of Clinozoisite is 3.21-3.38.