Adamite and Wulfenite Physical Properties
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.32-4.48
6.50-7.00
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Irregular, Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
On {011}, distinct; on {001}, {013}, indistinct
Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Adamite and Wulfenite Chemical Formula
While comparing Adamite and Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Adamite and Wulfenite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Wulfenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Wulfenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 6.50-7.00 whereas that of Wulfenite is 6.50-7.00.