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Smithsonite and Leucite Physical Properties


Leucite and Smithsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.00-4.65  
2.45-2.50  

Fracture
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect on [1011]  
Poor on {110}  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
5.5-6  

Chemical Composition
ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Smithsonite and Leucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smithsonite and Leucite 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 Leucite chemical formula.

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Smithsonite and Leucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smithsonite and Leucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smithsonite and Leucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smithsonite is 2.45-2.50 whereas that of Leucite is 2.45-2.50.

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