Zincite and Adamite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
4.32-4.48
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
{101}, good; {010}, poor
Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Zincite and Adamite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zincite and Adamite 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 Zincite and Adamite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Zincite and Adamite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Adamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Adamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 4.32-4.48 whereas that of Adamite is 4.32-4.48.