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Zebra Rock and Ettringite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Partially soluble in water
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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1.77
1.5 Fracture
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1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {10 1 0}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Zebra Rock and Ettringite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zebra Rock and Ettringite 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 Zebra Rock and Ettringite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Zebra Rock and Ettringite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zebra Rock and Ettringite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zebra Rock and Ettringite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zebra Rock is 1.77 whereas that of Ettringite is 1.77.