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Zinnwaldite and Nosean Physical Properties


Nosean and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Elastic   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1   
2.30-2.40   

Fracture
Uneven   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}   
{110} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Zinnwaldite and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

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Zinnwaldite and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.

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