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Zoisite and Chalcedony Physical Properties


Chalcedony and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
2.55-2.70  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
Absent  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
SiO2  

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Zoisite and Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Chalcedony 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 Chalcedony chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.

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