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Serendibite and Zoisite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.43-3.44
3.20-3.50
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
1.6 Cleavage
None Observed
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2(Mg,Al) 6(Si,Al,B) 6O 20Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Serendibite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Serendibite 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 Serendibite and Zoisite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Serendibite- Ca 2(Mg,Al) 6(Si,Al,B) 6O 20Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Serendibite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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