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Zoisite and Tinzenite Physical Properties


Tinzenite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
3.355-3.433  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
{???} Good, {???} Good  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Zoisite and Tinzenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Tinzenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Tinzenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Tinzenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.355-3.433 whereas that of Tinzenite is 3.355-3.433.

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