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Boracite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Zinnwaldite and Boracite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Elastic  

Solubility
Soluble  
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.95-2.96  
2.9-3.1  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect basal {001}  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
3.5-4.0  

Chemical Composition
Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
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Boracite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Boracite 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 Boracite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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Boracite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

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

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