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Vanadinite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Zinnwaldite and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Elastic  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1  
2.9-3.1  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect basal {001}  

Mohs Hardness
3-4  
3.5-4.0  

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.

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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.

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