Adamite and Leucophanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
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Solubility
Not Available
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Durability
Not Available
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Specific Gravity
4.32-4.48
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Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
3.5
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Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
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Adamite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Adamite and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
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Adamite and Leucophanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Leucophanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Leucophanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is Not Available whereas that of Leucophanite is Not Available.