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Zoisite and Hyacinth Physical Properties


Hyacinth and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
3.93-4.73  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
6.5-7.5  

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

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Zoisite and Hyacinth Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Hyacinth 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 Hyacinth chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Hyacinth Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Hyacinth Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Hyacinth Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Hyacinth is 3.93-4.73.

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