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Zoisite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Physical Properties


Vesuvianite Idocrase and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
3.25-3.50  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.  

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Zoisite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Vesuvianite Idocrase 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 Vesuvianite Idocrase chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.25-3.50 whereas that of Vesuvianite Idocrase is 3.25-3.50.

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