Thulite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

Thulite

Zinnwaldite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Elastic

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.12.9-3.1

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

Perfect basal {001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-73.5-4.0

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

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Thulite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

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Thulite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

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