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Zinnwaldite
Zinnwaldite

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Zinnwaldite and Thomsonite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Elastic
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Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.9-3.12.25-2.40
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven
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Cleavage

Perfect basal {001}
perfect on {010}; good on {100}

Mohs Hardness

3.5-4.05-5.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

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NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zinnwaldite and Thomsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Thomsonite 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 Thomsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zinnwaldite- -
  • Chemical formula of Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zinnwaldite and Thomsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Thomsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Thomsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 2.25-2.40 whereas that of Thomsonite is 2.25-2.40.