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Padparadscha and Zoisite Physical Properties

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
3.95-4.10
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
9
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Padparadscha and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Padparadscha 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 Padparadscha and Zoisite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Padparadscha- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Padparadscha and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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