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Zoisite and Sarcopside Physical Properties


Sarcopside and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
3.79-3.94  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Lamellar, Splintery  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
{100} Good, {001} Good, {010} Poor  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
4  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
FeAs  

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Zoisite and Sarcopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Sarcopside 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 Sarcopside chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Sarcopside Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Sarcopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Sarcopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.79-3.94 whereas that of Sarcopside is 3.79-3.94.

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