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Biotite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Zinnwaldite and Biotite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Elastic   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.7-3.3   
2.9-3.1   

Fracture
Uneven, Even, Yellow, White   
Uneven   

Cleavage
Perfect on the {001}   
Perfect basal {001}   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3.0   
3.5-4.0   

Chemical Composition
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2   
Not Available   

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Biotite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Biotite 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 Biotite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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Biotite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

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

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