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Zinnwaldite
Zinnwaldite

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Zinnwaldite and Cuprite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Elastic
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.9-3.15.85-6.15
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven
Conchoidal

Cleavage

Perfect basal {001}
Fair in four directions forming octahedrons

Mohs Hardness

3.5-4.03.5-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

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Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zinnwaldite and Cuprite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Cuprite 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 Cuprite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zinnwaldite- -
  • Chemical formula of Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zinnwaldite and Cuprite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.