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Zoisite and Gahnite Physical Properties


Gahnite 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   
4.00-4.62   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even   
Conchoidal, Uneven   

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
Indistinct parting on [111]   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Zoisite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.

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