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Zinnwaldite
Zinnwaldite

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Zinnwaldite and Andradite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Elastic
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.9-3.13.70-4.10
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven
Conchoidal, Uneven

Cleavage

Perfect basal {001}
none

Mohs Hardness

3.5-4.06.5-7
2 10
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Chemical Composition

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Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Zinnwaldite and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Andradite 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 Andradite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zinnwaldite- -
  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Zinnwaldite and Andradite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Andradite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Andradite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Andradite is 3.70-4.10.