Zinnwaldite and Milarite Physical Properties

Zinnwaldite and Milarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Milarite 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 Milarite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zinnwaldite- -
• Chemical formula of Milarite- KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zinnwaldite and Milarite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Milarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Milarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 2.52-2.60 whereas that of Milarite is 2.52-2.60.