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Apache Tear and Zircon Physical Properties


Zircon and Apache Tear Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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insoluble   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.93-4.73   

Fracture
Conchoidal   
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
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{110} and {111}   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
7.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
ZrSiO4   

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Apache Tear and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Apache Tear 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 Apache Tear and Zircon chemical formula.

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Apache Tear and Zircon Specific Gravity

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

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