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Zoisite and Topazolite Physical Properties


Topazolite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
3.70-4.10  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
Indistinct  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Zoisite and Topazolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Topazolite 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 Topazolite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Topazolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Topazolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Topazolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Topazolite is 3.70-4.10.

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