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Bixbite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Zinnwaldite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Elastic  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.9-3.1  

Fracture
-  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
Perfect basal {001}  

Mohs Hardness
7.5  
3.5-4.0  

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2(SiO3)6  
-  

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Bixbite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bixbite 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 Bixbite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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Bixbite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

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

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