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Zincite and Rose Quartz Physical Properties

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
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO2

Zincite and Rose Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Rose Quartz 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 Rose Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2

Zincite and Rose Quartz Specific Gravity

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