Zincite and Siderite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
3.83-3.89
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Perfect on {01 1 1}
Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zincite and Siderite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zincite and Siderite 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 Siderite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Siderite- Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zincite and Siderite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Siderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Siderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 3.83-3.89 whereas that of Siderite is 3.83-3.89.