Vanadinite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

Vanadinite

Zinnwaldite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

Elastic

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

6.8-7.12.9-3.1

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

None

Perfect basal {001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-43.5-4.0

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

C20H36

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Vanadinite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite and Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36

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Vanadinite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

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