Bytownite and Zoisite Physical Properties

Bytownite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bytownite and Zoisite 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 Bytownite and Zoisite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bytownite- Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Bytownite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bytownite and Zoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bytownite and Zoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bytownite is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Zoisite is 3.20-3.50.