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Zoisite and Alunite Physical Properties


Alunite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
2.6-2.9  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
On {0001}, perfect  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6  

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Zoisite and Alunite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Alunite 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 Alunite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Alunite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Alunite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Alunite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.6-2.9 whereas that of Alunite is 2.6-2.9.

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