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Zincite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Zincite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Zincite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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