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Mimetite and Zoisite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
7.103.20-3.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
1.6 Cleavage
[10 1 1] Imperfect
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.56-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Mimetite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mimetite 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 Mimetite and Zoisite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Mimetite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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