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Tinzenite and Crocoite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.355-3.433
5.90-6.10
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Tinzenite and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tinzenite and Crocoite 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 Tinzenite and Crocoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Tinzenite- (Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Tinzenite and Crocoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tinzenite and Crocoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tinzenite and Crocoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tinzenite is 5.90-6.10 whereas that of Crocoite is 5.90-6.10.