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Zincite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Hauyne and Zincite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Gelatinises in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90   
2.4-2.5   

Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }   
Distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
4   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   

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Zincite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

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Zincite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.

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