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Zoisite and Variscite Physical Properties


Variscite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50   
2.42-2.58   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even   
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
[010] perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
4-5   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)   

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Zoisite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Variscite 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 Variscite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Variscite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.

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