Zoisite and Azure malachite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50
  
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Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
  
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Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
  
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Mohs Hardness
6-7
  
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Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  
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Zoisite and Azure malachite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zoisite and Azure malachite 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 Azure malachite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
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Zoisite and Azure malachite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Azure malachite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Azure malachite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is Not Available whereas that of Azure malachite is Not Available.