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Zincite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
3.84
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
none, may show indistinct parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Zincite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Zincite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.