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Zoisite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties


Chrysoberyl and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
3.69-3.81  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
8.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
BeAl 2 O 4  

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Zoisite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.

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