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Zincite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Elastic
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
2.9-3.1
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Perfect basal {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4
3.5-4.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Zincite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zincite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zincite and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zincite is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.