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Zincite and Obsidian 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
2.35-2.60
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Zincite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Obsidian 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 Obsidian chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 2.35-2.60 whereas that of Obsidian is 2.35-2.60.