Adamite and Hematite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.32-4.48
5.00-5.30
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}
Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Adamite and Hematite Chemical Formula
While comparing Adamite and Hematite 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 Hematite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Adamite and Hematite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.