Sphalerite and Pollucite Physical Properties
Solubility
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Readily soluble in HF
Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10
2.86-2.94
Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal, Uneven
Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect
None observed
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
6.5-7
Chemical Composition
(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Cs,Na)(AlSi 2O 6) · 0.5H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Sphalerite and Pollucite Chemical Formula
While comparing Sphalerite and Pollucite 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 Pollucite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Pollucite- (Cs,Na)(AlSi 2O 6) · 0.5H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Sphalerite and Pollucite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sphalerite and Pollucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sphalerite and Pollucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sphalerite is 2.86-2.94 whereas that of Pollucite is 2.86-2.94.