Zincite and Amethyst Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble in common solvents
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
2.65
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Indiscernible
Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO2
Zincite and Amethyst Chemical Formula
While comparing Zincite and Amethyst 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 Amethyst chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2
Zincite and Amethyst Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.