Wulfenite and Zincite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
6.50-7.00
5.50-5.90
Fracture
Irregular, Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Cleavage
On {011}, distinct; on {001}, {013}, indistinct
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Chemical Composition
PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Wulfenite and Zincite Chemical Formula
While comparing Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite and Zincite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
- Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Wulfenite and Zincite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wulfenite and Zincite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wulfenite and Zincite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wulfenite is 5.50-5.90 whereas that of Zincite is 5.50-5.90.