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Moroxite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Zinnwaldite and Moroxite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Elastic   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.13-3.26   
2.9-3.1   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Perfect basal {001}   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
3.5-4.0   

Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Not Available   

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Moroxite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite 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 Moroxite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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Moroxite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

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

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