Ruby Zoisite and Microcline Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.55-2.63
  
Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Gems
  
Cleavage
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{001} Perfect, {010} Good
  
Mohs Hardness
6.5-9
  
6-6.5
  
Chemical Composition
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KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  
Ruby Zoisite and Microcline Chemical Formula
While comparing Ruby Zoisite and Microcline 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 Microcline chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Ruby Zoisite and Microcline Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ruby Zoisite and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ruby Zoisite and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ruby Zoisite is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.