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Zinnwaldite
Zinnwaldite

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Zinnwaldite and Phenakite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Elastic
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.9-3.12.90-2.98
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann

Cleavage

Perfect basal {001}
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}

Mohs Hardness

3.5-4.07.5-8
2 10
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Chemical Composition

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Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zinnwaldite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zinnwaldite- -
  • Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zinnwaldite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.