Rhyolite and Zincite Physical Properties

Rhyolite and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhyolite 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 Rhyolite and Zincite chemical formula.

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

Rhyolite and Zincite Specific Gravity

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