Zoisite and Marialite Physical Properties

Zoisite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Zoisite and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.