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Smithsonite and Scorodite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.00-4.65
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on [1011]
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Smithsonite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smithsonite and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smithsonite- ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Smithsonite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smithsonite and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smithsonite and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smithsonite is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.