Iolite and Zoisite Physical Properties

Iolite

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

2.6-2.7

3.20-3.50

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

3,1

Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.5

6-7

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Iolite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite 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 Iolite and Zoisite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈
Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

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Iolite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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