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Vanadinite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Zoisite and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1  
3.20-3.50  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  

Mohs Hardness
3-4  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
C20H36  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  

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Vanadinite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite and Zoisite chemical formula.

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Vanadinite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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

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