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Zoisite and Diamond Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.503.50-3.53
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
111 (perfect in four directions)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-710
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
C

Zoisite and Diamond Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Diamond 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 Diamond chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Diamond- C

Zoisite and Diamond Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.