Zoisite and Chiastolite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50
  
3.00-3.15
  
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
  
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Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
  
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Mohs Hardness
6-7
  
5-5.5
  
Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  
Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
  
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.
- Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
- Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
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.