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Zinnwaldite and Amethyst Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Elastic
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble in common solvents
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
SiO2

Zinnwaldite and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Amethyst 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 Zinnwaldite and Amethyst chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2

Zinnwaldite and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.

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