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Sphalerite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Xonotlite and Sphalerite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10  
2.71-2.72  

Fracture
Uneven  
Fibrous  

Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect  
{???} Good  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
(Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Sphalerite and Xonotlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphalerite and Xonotlite 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 Sphalerite and Xonotlite chemical formula.

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Sphalerite and Xonotlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sphalerite and Xonotlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sphalerite and Xonotlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sphalerite is 2.71-2.72 whereas that of Xonotlite is 2.71-2.72.

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