Heliodor and Zoisite Physical Properties

Heliodor

Zoisite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

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3.20-3.50

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5

6-7

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Heliodor and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Heliodor 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 Heliodor and Zoisite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

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Heliodor and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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