Sphene and Zoisite Physical Properties

Sphene

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

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.20-3.50

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available6-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Sphene and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene 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 Sphene and Zoisite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

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Sphene and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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