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Uvite 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
2.97-3.14
3.20-3.50
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
1.6 Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Uvite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite 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 Uvite and Zoisite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Uvite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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