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Zoisite and Hanksite Physical Properties


Hanksite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Readily soluble in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
2.562  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
Good on {0001}  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
3-3.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl  

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Zoisite and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Hanksite 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 Hanksite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Hanksite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Hanksite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Hanksite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.562 whereas that of Hanksite is 2.562.

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