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Dravite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Zoisite and Dravite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.03-3.18  
3.20-3.50  

Fracture
Uneven, Irregular, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  

Cleavage
{???} Indistinct  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
6-7  

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)  

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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.

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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.

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