Zoisite and Bustamite Physical Properties

Zoisite and Bustamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Bustamite 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 Bustamite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zoisite and Bustamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Bustamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Bustamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Bustamite is 3.32-3.43.