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Zincite and Odontolite Physical Properties


Odontolite and Zincite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90   
3.00   

Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   
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Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }   
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Mohs Hardness
4   
5   

Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
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Zincite and Odontolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Odontolite 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 Odontolite chemical formula.

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Zincite and Odontolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Odontolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Odontolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 3.00 whereas that of Odontolite is 3.00.

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