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Ettringite and Willemite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Partially soluble in water
Not Available
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.77
3.89-4.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 0}
{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ettringite and Willemite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ettringite and Willemite 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 Ettringite and Willemite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ettringite and Willemite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ettringite and Willemite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ettringite and Willemite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ettringite is 3.89-4.18 whereas that of Willemite is 3.89-4.18.