Chambersite and Sphalerite Physical Properties

Chambersite

Sphalerite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.503.95-4.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven

UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

None

{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

73.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chambersite and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite and Sphalerite 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 Chambersite and Sphalerite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Chambersite and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.