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Zoisite and Rose Quartz Physical Properties


Rose Quartz and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50   
2.65   

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

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
7   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
SiO2   

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Zoisite and Rose Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Rose Quartz 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 Rose Quartz chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Rose Quartz Specific Gravity

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

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