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Sylvite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Zinnwaldite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Elastic  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.993  
2.9-3.1  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]  
Perfect basal {001}  

Mohs Hardness
2.5  
3.5-4.0  

Chemical Composition
KCl  
-  

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Sylvite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite 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 Sylvite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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Sylvite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

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

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