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Dravite and Zoisite Physical Properties

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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
3.03-3.18
3.20-3.50
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Dravite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite 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 Dravite and Zoisite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Dravite- Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Dravite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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