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Zoisite and Faustite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.502.9
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
{???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-74.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Zoisite and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Faustite 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 Faustite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Zoisite and Faustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Faustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Faustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.9 whereas that of Faustite is 2.9.