Zinnwaldite and Fibrolite Physical Properties

Zinnwaldite and Fibrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Fibrolite 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 Fibrolite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Fibrolite- Al 2SiO 5Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Zinnwaldite and Fibrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Fibrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Fibrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 3.14-3.25 whereas that of Fibrolite is 3.14-3.25.