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Zoisite and Pearl Physical Properties


Pearl 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   
2.60-2.85   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even   
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
none   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
2.5-4.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
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Zoisite and Pearl Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Pearl 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 Pearl chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Pearl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.60-2.85 whereas that of Pearl is 2.60-2.85.

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