Zincite and Anorthite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
2.77
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zincite and Anorthite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zincite and Anorthite 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 Anorthite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zincite and Anorthite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Anorthite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Anorthite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 2.77 whereas that of Anorthite is 2.77.