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Zoisite and Faustite Physical Properties


Faustite 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   
2.9   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even   
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
{???} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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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.

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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.

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