Manganaxinite and Zincite Physical Properties

Manganaxinite

Zincite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.3145.50-5.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-74

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

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

Manganaxinite and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganaxinite 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 Manganaxinite and Zincite chemical formula.

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

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Manganaxinite and Zincite Specific Gravity

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