Willemite and Hexagonite Physical Properties

Willemite

Hexagonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.89-4.182.98-3.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect

[110] perfect; [010] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.55-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Willemite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Willemite and Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Willemite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Willemite and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Willemite and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Willemite is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.