Willemite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Willemite

Rhodolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.89-4.183.84

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect

none, may show indistinct parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Willemite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Willemite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Willemite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Willemite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Willemite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Willemite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.