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Zoisite and Grandidierite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.20-3.50
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
6-7
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
 
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2.85-3.00
Uneven
Perfect
7.5
(Mg,Fe)Al 3(BO 4)(SiO 4)OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Zoisite and Grandidierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Grandidierite 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 Grandidierite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Grandidierite Specific Gravity

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