Willemite and Fluorite Physical Properties

Willemite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

slightly water soluble and in hot hydrochloric acid

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.89-4.183.00-3.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

1.6 Cleavage

{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect

Octahedral, perfect on {111}, parting on {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.54

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Zn 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

CaF₂

Willemite and Fluorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Willemite and Fluorite 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 Willemite and Fluorite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF₂

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Willemite and Fluorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Willemite and Fluorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Willemite and Fluorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Willemite is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Fluorite is 3.00-3.25.