Adamite and Zircon Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.32-4.48
3.93-4.73
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
{110} and {111}
Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
ZrSiO4
Adamite and Zircon Chemical Formula
While comparing Adamite and Zircon 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 Adamite and Zircon chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
Adamite and Zircon Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Zircon Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Zircon Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Zircon is 3.93-4.73.