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Zincite and Rosasite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Effervesces in cold
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
4-4.2
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Perfect on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4
4
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Zincite and Rosasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Rosasite 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 Rosasite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Zincite and Rosasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Rosasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Rosasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 4-4.2 whereas that of Rosasite is 4-4.2.