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Zincite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
2.65-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zincite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Pyrophyllite 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 Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zincite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.