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Zinnwaldite
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Zinnwaldite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Elastic
Brittle

Solubility

-
Soluble

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.9-3.11.993
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven
Uneven

Cleavage

Perfect basal {001}
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]

Mohs Hardness

3.5-4.02.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

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KCl

Zinnwaldite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zinnwaldite- -
  • Chemical formula of Sylvite- KCl

Zinnwaldite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.