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Zoisite and Achroite Physical Properties


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Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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-  

Durability
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-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
2.90-3.40  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.  

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Zoisite and Achroite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Achroite 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 Zoisite and Achroite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Achroite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Achroite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Achroite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.90-3.40 whereas that of Achroite is 2.90-3.40.

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