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Scorzalite and Zincite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.315.50-5.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-64
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scorzalite and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite and Zincite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scorzalite and Zincite Specific Gravity

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