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Calcite
Calcite

Zinnwaldite
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Calcite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
Soluble
-
2.67-2.73
Conchoidal
Perfect on [10 1 1] three directions with angle of 74° 55
3
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Elastic
-
-
2.9-3.1
Uneven
Perfect basal {001}
3.5-4.0
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Calcite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite 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 Calcite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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Calcite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Calcite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Calcite Vs Zinnwaldite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Calcite is whereas that of Zinnwaldite is .