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Zoisite and Feldspar Physical Properties


Feldspar and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
2.56-2.75  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
two or three  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
KAlSi3O8  

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Zoisite and Feldspar Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Feldspar 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 Feldspar chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Feldspar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Feldspar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Feldspar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.56-2.75 whereas that of Feldspar is 2.56-2.75.

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