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Zoisite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties


Chrysoprase and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50   
2.58-2.64   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even   
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
None   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )   

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Zoisite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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