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Zoisite and Mexican fire opal Physical Properties


Mexican fire opal 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   
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Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even   
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Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
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Mohs Hardness
6-7   
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Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
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Optical Properties >>
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Zoisite and Mexican fire opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Mexican fire opal 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 Mexican fire opal chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Mexican fire opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Mexican fire opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Mexican fire opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is Not Available whereas that of Mexican fire opal is Not Available.

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