Ruby Zoisite and Diaspore Physical Properties

Ruby Zoisite

Diaspore

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Very brittle

1.2 Solubility

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insoluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.30-3.40

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

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{010} perfect, {110} distinct, {100} in traces

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-96.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

AlO(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Ruby Zoisite and Diaspore Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby Zoisite and Diaspore 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 Diaspore chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Diaspore- AlO(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Ruby Zoisite and Diaspore Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby Zoisite and Diaspore Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby Zoisite and Diaspore Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby Zoisite is 3.30-3.40 whereas that of Diaspore is 3.30-3.40.