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Zoisite and Viridine Physical Properties


Viridine and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
3.05-3.21  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
(Al,Mn3+ ) 2SiO 4OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  

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Zoisite and Viridine Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Viridine 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 Viridine chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Viridine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Viridine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Viridine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Viridine is 3.05-3.21.

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