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Zoisite and Tsavorite Garnet Physical Properties


Tsavorite Garnet and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
3.6  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
Ca3Al2Si3O12  

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Zoisite and Tsavorite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Tsavorite Garnet 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 Tsavorite Garnet chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Tsavorite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Tsavorite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Tsavorite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.6 whereas that of Tsavorite Garnet is 3.6.

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