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Hiddenite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Zinnwaldite and Hiddenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Elastic  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21  
2.9-3.1  

Fracture
-  
Uneven  

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic  
Perfect basal {001}  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
3.5-4.0  

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6  
-  

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Hiddenite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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Hiddenite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

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

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