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Zinnwaldite and Gaylussite Physical Properties


Gaylussite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Elastic   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
decomposes in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1   
1.93-1.99   

Fracture
Uneven   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}   
perfect [110]   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)   

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Zinnwaldite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

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Zinnwaldite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.

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