Adamite and Cuprite Physical Properties
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.32-4.48
5.85-6.15
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Metallic, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
Fair in four directions forming octahedrons
Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Cu 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Adamite and Cuprite Chemical Formula
While comparing Adamite and Cuprite 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 Cuprite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Adamite and Cuprite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.