Zincite and Verdite Physical Properties

Zincite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.50-5.902.80-3.0

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

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

{110} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

NaFeS2•2(H2O)

Zincite and Verdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Verdite 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 Verdite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)

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Zincite and Verdite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Verdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Verdite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 2.80-3.0 whereas that of Verdite is 2.80-3.0.