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Zinnwaldite and Rhodolite Physical Properties


Rhodolite 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   
3.84   

Fracture
Uneven   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}   
none, may show indistinct parting   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12   

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Zinnwaldite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

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Zinnwaldite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.

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