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Smithsonite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Zinnwaldite and Smithsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Elastic  

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.00-4.65  
2.9-3.1  

Fracture
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect on [1011]  
Perfect basal {001}  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
3.5-4.0  

Chemical Composition
ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
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Smithsonite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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Smithsonite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

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

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