Zincite and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties

Zincite and Phosphophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Phosphophyllite 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 Phosphophyllite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zincite and Phosphophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Phosphophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Phosphophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 3.07-3.13 whereas that of Phosphophyllite is 3.07-3.13.