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Zoisite and Microcline Physical Properties


Microcline 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   
2.55-2.63   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems   

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
{001} Perfect, {010} Good   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Zoisite and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Microcline 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 Microcline chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Microcline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.

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