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Goethite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Zoisite and Goethite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
HCl soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.27-4.29  
3.20-3.50  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  

Cleavage
Perfect {010}  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  

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Goethite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite 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 Goethite and Zoisite chemical formula.

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Goethite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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

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