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Ruby Zoisite and Arfvedsonite Physical Properties


Arfvedsonite and Ruby Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
3.3-3.5  

Fracture
-  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect on [110]  

Mohs Hardness
6.5-9  
5-6  

Chemical Composition
Al2SiO5  
NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2  

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Ruby Zoisite and Arfvedsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby Zoisite and Arfvedsonite 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 Arfvedsonite chemical formula.

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Ruby Zoisite and Arfvedsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby Zoisite and Arfvedsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby Zoisite and Arfvedsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby Zoisite is 3.3-3.5 whereas that of Arfvedsonite is 3.3-3.5.

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