Anglesite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Elastic
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39
2.9-3.1
Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven
Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct
Perfect basal {001}
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3.5-4.0
Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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Anglesite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula
While comparing Anglesite 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 Anglesite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Anglesite- PbSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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Anglesite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anglesite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anglesite and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anglesite is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.