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Smithsonite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Zoisite and Smithsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.00-4.65  
3.20-3.50  

Fracture
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  

Cleavage
Perfect on [1011]  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  

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Smithsonite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite and Zoisite chemical formula.

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Smithsonite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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

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