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Willemite and Shortite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.89-4.18
Conchoidal, Uneven
{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect
5.5
Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
 
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2.61
Conchoidal
{010} Distinct
3
Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Willemite and Shortite Chemical Formula

While comparing Willemite and Shortite 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 Shortite chemical formula.

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Willemite and Shortite Specific Gravity

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