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Zincite and Vishnevite 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
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1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Zincite and Vishnevite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Zincite and Vishnevite Specific Gravity

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