Adamite and Torbanite Physical Properties

Adamite

Torbanite

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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

4.32-4.48

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1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

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1.6 Cleavage

{101}, good; {010}, poor

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5

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1.8 Chemical Composition

Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

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Adamite and Torbanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Adamite and Torbanite 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 Torbanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

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Adamite and Torbanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Torbanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Torbanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is Not Available whereas that of Torbanite is Not Available.