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Zoisite and Bort Physical Properties


Bort and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
C  

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Zoisite and Bort Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Bort 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 Bort chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Bort Specific Gravity

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

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