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Zoisite and Phenakite Physical Properties


Phenakite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
2.90-2.98  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
7.5-8  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Zoisite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.

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