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Zoisite and Enstatite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.503.20-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-75.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zoisite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Enstatite 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 Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zoisite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.