Zinnwaldite and Vanadinite Physical Properties

Zinnwaldite

Vanadinite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Elastic

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.9-3.16.8-7.1

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect basal {001}

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4.03-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

C20H36

Zinnwaldite and Vanadinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite and Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36

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Zinnwaldite and Vanadinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zinnwaldite and Vanadinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zinnwaldite and Vanadinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zinnwaldite is 6.8-7.1 whereas that of Vanadinite is 6.8-7.1.