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Zincite and Jasper 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
5.50-5.902.58-2.91
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
46.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO2

Zincite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2

Zincite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.