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Zincite and Kyanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
3.53-3.65
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4
4-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Zincite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Kyanite 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 Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Zincite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.

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