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Vishnevite and Zincite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available5.50-5.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Uneven
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-64
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Vishnevite and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite and Zincite 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 Vishnevite and Zincite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Vishnevite and Zincite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vishnevite and Zincite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vishnevite and Zincite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vishnevite is 5.50-5.90 whereas that of Zincite is 5.50-5.90.