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Zoisite and Aragonite Physical Properties


Aragonite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Dilute acid  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
2.93-2.96  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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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.

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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.

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