Zoisite and Aragonite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Dilute acid
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50
2.93-2.96
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , 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 OâDonoghue , 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.