Zincite and Pyrargyrite Physical Properties
Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
5.85
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
Mohs Hardness
4
2.5-3
Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ag 3SbS 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zincite and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zincite and Pyrargyrite 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 Pyrargyrite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zincite and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Pyrargyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Pyrargyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 5.85 whereas that of Pyrargyrite is 5.85.
