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Zoisite and Albite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.502.60-2.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-76-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Zoisite and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Albite 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 Albite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Zoisite and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.