Zincite and Clinozoisite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
3.21-3.38
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Perfect on {001}
Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Zincite and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zincite and Clinozoisite 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 Clinozoisite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Zincite and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Clinozoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Clinozoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 3.21-3.38 whereas that of Clinozoisite is 3.21-3.38.