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Hambergite

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Hambergite and Zoisite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
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Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.33-2.373.20-3.50
1 7.18
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Fracture

ConchoidalWalter Schumann
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even

Cleavage

Perfect on {010}, good on {100}
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

Mohs Hardness

7.56-7
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Hambergite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hambergite 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 Hambergite and Zoisite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Hambergite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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