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Selenite and Adamite Physical Properties

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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
Not Available4.32-4.48
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
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{101}, good; {010}, poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
23.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Selenite and Adamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite and Adamite 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 Selenite and Adamite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Selenite and Adamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Selenite and Adamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Selenite and Adamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Selenite is 4.32-4.48 whereas that of Adamite is 4.32-4.48.