Mimetite and Zultanite Physical Properties

Mimetite

Zultanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

7.10Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

[10 1 1] Imperfect

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.56.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Mimetite and Zultanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mimetite and Zultanite 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 Mimetite and Zultanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Mimetite and Zultanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mimetite and Zultanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mimetite and Zultanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mimetite is Not Available whereas that of Zultanite is Not Available.