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Zoisite and Andesine 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
3.20-3.502.65-2.69
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-76-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Zoisite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Andesine 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 Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Zoisite and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.