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Zoisite and Vishnevite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50
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1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
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Zoisite and Vishnevite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
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Zoisite and Vishnevite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Vishnevite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Vishnevite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is Not Available whereas that of Vishnevite is Not Available.