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Zoisite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.502.65-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zoisite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Pyrophyllite 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 Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zoisite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.