Zincite and Wulfenite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
6.50-7.00
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Irregular, Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
On {011}, distinct; on {001}, {013}, indistinct
Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Zincite and Wulfenite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zincite and Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Zincite and Wulfenite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Wulfenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Wulfenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 6.50-7.00 whereas that of Wulfenite is 6.50-7.00.