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Zincite and Tektite Physical Properties


Tektite and Zincite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Not Available   
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90   
2.34-2.51   

Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   
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Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }   
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Mohs Hardness
4   
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Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
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Zincite and Tektite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Tektite 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 Tektite chemical formula.

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Zincite and Tektite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Tektite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Tektite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 2.34-2.51 whereas that of Tektite is 2.34-2.51.

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