Albite and Smithsonite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.60-2.65
4.00-4.65
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}
Perfect on [1011]
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
5-5.5
Chemical Composition
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ZnCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Albite and Smithsonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Albite and Smithsonite 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 Albite and Smithsonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Smithsonite- ZnCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Albite and Smithsonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Albite and Smithsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Albite and Smithsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Albite is 4.00-4.65 whereas that of Smithsonite is 4.00-4.65.