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Radiolarite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Zoisite and Radiolarite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
3.20-3.50  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
SiO2  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  

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Radiolarite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Radiolarite 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 Radiolarite and Zoisite chemical formula.

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Radiolarite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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

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