Pectolite and Zoisite Physical Properties

Pectolite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pectolite 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 Pectolite and Zoisite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pectolite- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Pectolite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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