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Zinnwaldite and Brazilianite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Elastic
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1
2.98-2.99
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal, Gems
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}
(010) Distinct to good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zinnwaldite and Brazilianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Brazilianite 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 Brazilianite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Brazilianite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zinnwaldite and Brazilianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Brazilianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Brazilianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 2.98-2.99 whereas that of Brazilianite is 2.98-2.99.