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Langbeinite and Zincite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Slowly dissolves in water
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available
5.50-5.90
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Langbeinite and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite and Zincite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Langbeinite and Zincite Specific Gravity

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