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Zoisite and Chiastolite Physical Properties


Chiastolite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
3.00-3.15  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
Indistinct  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)  

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Zoisite and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.

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