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Zoisite and Sphalerite Physical Properties


Sphalerite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
(Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Zoisite and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.

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