Ruby Zoisite and Amazonite Physical Properties

Ruby Zoisite

Amazonite

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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

Not Available2.55-2.57

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

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2,1 basal ; 2,1 prismatic ; 3,1 pinacoidal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-96-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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KAlSi₃O₈

Ruby Zoisite and Amazonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby Zoisite and Amazonite 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 Ruby Zoisite and Amazonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈

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Ruby Zoisite and Amazonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby Zoisite and Amazonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby Zoisite and Amazonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby Zoisite is 2.55-2.57 whereas that of Amazonite is 2.55-2.57.