Adamite and Celestine Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.32-4.48
3.90-4.00
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Adamite and Celestine Chemical Formula
While comparing Adamite and Celestine 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 Adamite and Celestine chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Adamite and Celestine Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Celestine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Celestine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 3.90-4.00 whereas that of Celestine is 3.90-4.00.