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Zinnwaldite and Tsavorite Physical Properties


Tsavorite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Elastic  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1  
3.55-3.73  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
-  
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3  

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Zinnwaldite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Tsavorite 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 Tsavorite chemical formula.

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Zinnwaldite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Tsavorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Tsavorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Tsavorite is 3.55-3.73.

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