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Elaeolite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Zoisite and Elaeolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.55-2.67   
3.20-3.50   

Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even   

Cleavage
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Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
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Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   

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Elaeolite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elaeolite 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 Elaeolite and Zoisite chemical formula.

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Elaeolite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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

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