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Adamite and Lepidocrocite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.32-4.484
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
{010} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.55
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
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Adamite and Lepidocrocite Chemical Formula

While comparing Adamite and Lepidocrocite 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 Lepidocrocite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
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Adamite and Lepidocrocite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Lepidocrocite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Lepidocrocite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 4 whereas that of Lepidocrocite is 4.