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Zinnwaldite and Mottramite Physical Properties


Mottramite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Elastic  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1  
5.9  

Fracture
Uneven  
Sub-Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}  
None observed  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0  
3  

Chemical Composition
-  
PbCu(VO4)(OH)  

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Zinnwaldite and Mottramite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Mottramite 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 Mottramite chemical formula.

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Zinnwaldite and Mottramite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Mottramite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Mottramite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 5.9 whereas that of Mottramite is 5.9.

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