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Danburite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Zoisite and Danburite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.97-3.03  
3.20-3.50  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  

Cleavage
{001} Poor  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  

Mohs Hardness
7  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  

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Danburite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite 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 Danburite and Zoisite chemical formula.

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Danburite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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

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