Zincite and Periclase Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
3.7-3.9
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zincite and Periclase Chemical Formula
While comparing Zincite and Periclase 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 Periclase chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zincite and Periclase Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Periclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Periclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 3.7-3.9 whereas that of Periclase is 3.7-3.9.