Garnet Malaia and Zincite Physical Properties

Garnet Malaia

Zincite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available5.50-5.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.54

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Garnet Malaia and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Garnet Malaia 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 Garnet Malaia and Zincite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Garnet Malaia and Zincite Specific Gravity

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