Euclase and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Elastic
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.08-3.12
2.9-3.1
Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Uneven
Cleavage
{010} Perfect
Perfect basal {001}
Mohs Hardness
7.5
3.5-4.0
Chemical Composition
BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Euclase and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula
While comparing Euclase 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 Euclase and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Euclase- BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Euclase and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Euclase and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Euclase and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Euclase is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.