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Zoisite and Tigers Eye Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.502.58-2.64
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-76.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
SiO2

Zoisite and Tigers Eye Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Tigers Eye 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 Tigers Eye chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Tigers Eye- SiO2

Zoisite and Tigers Eye Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Tigers Eye Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Tigers Eye Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Tigers Eye is 2.58-2.64.