Scorzalite and Zoisite Physical Properties

Scorzalite

Zoisite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.313.20-3.50

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-66-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Scorzalite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite and Zoisite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

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Scorzalite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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