Zincite and Poudretteite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
2.51-2.53
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, Splintery
Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
None
Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zincite and Poudretteite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zincite and Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zincite and Poudretteite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Poudretteite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Poudretteite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 2.51-2.53 whereas that of Poudretteite is 2.51-2.53.