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Wavellite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Zoisite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
insoluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.36  
3.20-3.50  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  

Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  

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Wavellite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite 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 Wavellite and Zoisite chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

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

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