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Polyhalite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Elastic
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.78
2.9-3.1
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}
Perfect basal {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5
3.5-4.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
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Polyhalite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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Polyhalite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

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