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Zoisite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Zinnwaldite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Elastic  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
2.9-3.1  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
Perfect basal {001}  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
3.5-4.0  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
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Zoisite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.

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