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Hackmanite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Zoisite and Hackmanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.27-2.33  
3.20-3.50  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  

Cleavage
Perfect  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  

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Hackmanite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hackmanite 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 Hackmanite and Zoisite chemical formula.

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Hackmanite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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

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