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Pearl and Sphalerite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.85
3.95-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
none
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-4.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
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(Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Pearl and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pearl and Sphalerite 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 Pearl and Sphalerite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Pearl and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pearl and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pearl and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pearl is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.