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Mimetite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Elastic
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
7.10
2.9-3.1
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
[10 1 1] Imperfect
Perfect basal {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5
3.5-4.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Mimetite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mimetite 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 Mimetite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Mimetite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

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