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Magnetite
Magnetite

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Magnetite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
Elastic

Solubility

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-

Durability

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-

Specific Gravity

5.22.9-3.1
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal
Uneven

Cleavage

None
Perfect basal {001}

Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.53.5-4.0
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Fe 3O 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Magnetite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Magnetite 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 Magnetite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Magnetite- Fe 3O 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Zinnwaldite- -

Magnetite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

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