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Zoisite and Shattuckite Physical Properties


Shattuckite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
3.80-4.15  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
perfect along [010] and [100]  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Zoisite and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Shattuckite 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 Shattuckite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Shattuckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Shattuckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.80-4.15 whereas that of Shattuckite is 3.80-4.15.

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