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Simpsonite and Tinzenite Physical Properties


Tinzenite and Simpsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
Not Available   
3.355-3.433   

Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

Cleavage
None   
{???} Good, {???} Good   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Simpsonite and Tinzenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Simpsonite and Tinzenite 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 Simpsonite and Tinzenite chemical formula.

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Simpsonite and Tinzenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Simpsonite and Tinzenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Simpsonite and Tinzenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Simpsonite is 3.355-3.433 whereas that of Tinzenite is 3.355-3.433.

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