Sphalerite and Flint Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10
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Fracture
UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Uneven
Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect
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Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
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Chemical Composition
(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Sphalerite and Flint Chemical Formula
While comparing Sphalerite and Flint 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 Sphalerite and Flint chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Sphalerite and Flint Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sphalerite and Flint Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sphalerite and Flint Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sphalerite is Not Available whereas that of Flint is Not Available.