Zoisite and Schorlomite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50
3.77-3.93
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
None
Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zoisite and Schorlomite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zoisite and Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
- Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zoisite and Schorlomite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Schorlomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Schorlomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.77-3.93 whereas that of Schorlomite is 3.77-3.93.