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Chalcedony and Zincite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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Soluble
-
2.55-2.70
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal
Absent
6.5-7
SiO2
 
Brittle
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5.50-5.90
Conchoidal
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
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(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chalcedony and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chalcedony 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 Chalcedony and Zincite chemical formula.

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Chalcedony and Zincite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chalcedony and Zincite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chalcedony Vs Zincite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chalcedony is whereas that of Zincite is .