Zoisite and Riebeckite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Brittle
  
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50
  
3.28-3.44
  
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
  
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
  
Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
  
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
  
Mohs Hardness
6-7
  
5.0-6.0
  
Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  
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Zoisite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zoisite and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
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Zoisite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.