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Datolite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Zoisite and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00  
3.20-3.50  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
6-7  

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

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Datolite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite 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 Datolite and Zoisite chemical formula.

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Datolite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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

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