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Zinnwaldite and Marialite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Elastic
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1
2.50
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}
Distinct on {100} and {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Zinnwaldite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Zinnwaldite and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.