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Annabergite and Zircon Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Sectile
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.07
3.93-4.73
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}, indistinct on {100} and {102}
{110} and {111}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2
7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)
ZrSiO4

Annabergite and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Annabergite 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 Annabergite and Zircon chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Annabergite- Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4

Annabergite and Zircon Specific Gravity

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