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Zinnwaldite and Gibbsite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Elastic
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1
2.35
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Fibrous, Difficult, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Al(OH)3

Zinnwaldite and Gibbsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Gibbsite 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 Gibbsite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Gibbsite- Al(OH)3

Zinnwaldite and Gibbsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Gibbsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Gibbsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 2.35 whereas that of Gibbsite is 2.35.