Zoisite and Strontianite Physical Properties

Zoisite and Strontianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Strontianite 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 Strontianite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Zoisite and Strontianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Strontianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Strontianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.63-3.79 whereas that of Strontianite is 3.63-3.79.