Willemite and Indicolite Physical Properties

Willemite

Indicolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.89-4.18Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

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1.6 Cleavage

{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Willemite and Indicolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Willemite and Indicolite 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 Indicolite chemical formula.

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

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Willemite and Indicolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Willemite and Indicolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Willemite and Indicolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Willemite is Not Available whereas that of Indicolite is Not Available.