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Zinnwaldite
Zinnwaldite

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Zinnwaldite and Hiddenite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Elastic
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Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.9-3.13.15-3.21
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven
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Cleavage

Perfect basal {001}
1,2 prismatic

Mohs Hardness

3.5-4.06-7
2 10
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Chemical Composition

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LiAlSi2O6

Zinnwaldite and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zinnwaldite- -
  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6

Zinnwaldite and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.