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Starlite and Zoisite Physical Properties

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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
3.91-4.73
3.20-3.50
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Starlite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite 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 Starlite and Zoisite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Starlite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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