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Zoisite and Aragonite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Dilute acid
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.502.93-2.96
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-73.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zoisite and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Aragonite 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 Aragonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zoisite and Aragonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.