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Bytownite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Elastic
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.72-2.75
2.9-3.1
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on [001], good on [010], imperfect on [110]
Perfect basal {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
3.5-4.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Bytownite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bytownite 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 Bytownite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bytownite- Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Bytownite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

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