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Crocoite and Zincite Physical Properties


Zincite and Crocoite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.90-6.10   
5.50-5.90   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).   
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   

Cleavage
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct   
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3   
4   

Chemical Composition
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Crocoite and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Crocoite 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 Crocoite and Zincite chemical formula.

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Crocoite and Zincite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Crocoite and Zincite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Crocoite and Zincite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Crocoite is 5.50-5.90 whereas that of Zincite is 5.50-5.90.

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