Zincite and Fire Agate Physical Properties

Zincite and Fire Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Fire Agate 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 Fire Agate chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Fire Agate- SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Zincite and Fire Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Fire Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Fire Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 2.60-2.64 whereas that of Fire Agate is 2.60-2.64.