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Tortoiseshell and Zoisite Physical Properties

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
1.25-1.353.20-3.50
Amber
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
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Tortoiseshell and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tortoiseshell 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 Tortoiseshell and Zoisite chemical formula.

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

Tortoiseshell and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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