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Zoisite and Selenite Physical Properties


Selenite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
2  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
CaSO4·2H2O  

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Zoisite and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Selenite Specific Gravity

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

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