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Clinothulite and Zoisite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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3.20-3.50
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Clinothulite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinothulite 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 Clinothulite and Zoisite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Clinothulite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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