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Smithsonite and Geodes Physical Properties


Geodes and Smithsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
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Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.00-4.65  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect on [1011]  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
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Smithsonite and Geodes Chemical Formula

While comparing Smithsonite and Geodes 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 Smithsonite and Geodes chemical formula.

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Smithsonite and Geodes Specific Gravity

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

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