Marialite and Zoisite Physical Properties

Marialite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Zoisite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Marialite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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