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Zinnwaldite and Gyrolite Physical Properties


Gyrolite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Elastic   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1   
2.48   

Fracture
Uneven   
Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}   
Perfect on {001}   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0   
2   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)   

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Zinnwaldite and Gyrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite chemical formula.

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Zinnwaldite and Gyrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Gyrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Gyrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 2.48 whereas that of Gyrolite is 2.48.

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