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Zoisite and Piemontite Physical Properties


Piemontite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Uneven, Splintery  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
[001] good, [100] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)(Si2O7)O(OH)  

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Zoisite and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Piemontite Specific Gravity

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

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