Amber and Zincite Physical Properties
Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
5.50-5.90
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Cleavage
None
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
4
Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Amber and Zincite Chemical Formula
While comparing Amber and Zincite 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 Amber and Zincite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
- Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Amber and Zincite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Zincite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Zincite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 5.50-5.90 whereas that of Zincite is 5.50-5.90.