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Zincite and Lizardite 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
5.50-5.90
2.55
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Zincite and Lizardite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Lizardite 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 Lizardite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Zincite and Lizardite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Lizardite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Lizardite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 2.55 whereas that of Lizardite is 2.55.