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Zinnwaldite and Clintonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Elastic
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1
3.0-3.1
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}
Perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0
3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2

Zinnwaldite and Clintonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Clintonite chemical formula.

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

Zinnwaldite and Clintonite Specific Gravity

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