Angelite and Zircon Physical Properties

Angelite

Zircon

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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insoluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.93-4.73

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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{110} and {111}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.57.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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ZrSiO₄

Angelite and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Angelite 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 Angelite and Zircon chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄

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Angelite and Zircon Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Angelite and Zircon Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Angelite and Zircon Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Angelite is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Zircon is 3.93-4.73.