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Uvite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

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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
2.97-3.14
2.9-3.1
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct
Perfect basal {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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3.5-4.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Uvite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite 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 Uvite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Uvite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

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