Zincite and Scorodite Physical Properties

Zincite

Scorodite

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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

5.50-5.90Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

43.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Zincite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Zincite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.