Zincite and Ekanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

5.50-5.903.28-3.32

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }

{101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

46-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Zincite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Ekanite 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 Ekanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Zincite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Ekanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Ekanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 3.28-3.32 whereas that of Ekanite is 3.28-3.32.