Sphalerite and Sulfur Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
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Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
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
(e.g. graphite).
Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect
{???} Imperfect, {???} Imperfect
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 Sulfur Chemical Formula
While comparing Sphalerite and Sulfur 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 Sulfur chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Sphalerite and Sulfur Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sphalerite and Sulfur Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sphalerite and Sulfur Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sphalerite is Not Available whereas that of Sulfur is Not Available.