Zincite and Prasiolite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
2.65
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
3,1
Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Zincite and Prasiolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zincite and Prasiolite 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 Prasiolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Prasiolite- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Zincite and Prasiolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Prasiolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Prasiolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 2.65 whereas that of Prasiolite is 2.65.