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Zoisite and Cerussite Physical Properties


Cerussite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
6.46-6.57  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
Good [110] and [021]  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
3-3.5  

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

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Zoisite and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Cerussite 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 Cerussite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Cerussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.

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