Zincite and Pectolite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
2.74-2.90
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Gemstones (2009), Splintery
Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Perfect on {100} and {001}
Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Zincite and Pectolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zincite and Pectolite 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 Pectolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Pectolite- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Zincite and Pectolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Pectolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Pectolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 2.74-2.90 whereas that of Pectolite is 2.74-2.90.