Chambersite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

Chambersite

Zinnwaldite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Elastic

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.502.9-3.1

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

None

Perfect basal {001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

73.5-4.0

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Chambersite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite 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 Chambersite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Chambersite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

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