Zincite and Celestine Physical Properties
Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
3.90-4.00
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
Mohs Hardness
4
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zincite and Celestine Chemical Formula
While comparing Zincite and Celestine 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 Celestine chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zincite and Celestine Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Celestine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Celestine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 3.90-4.00 whereas that of Celestine is 3.90-4.00.
