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Poudretteite and Zincite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.51-2.535.50-5.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Splintery
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
1.7 Mohs Hardness
54
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Poudretteite and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite and Zincite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Poudretteite and Zincite Specific Gravity

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