Indicolite and Zircon Physical Properties

Indicolite

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

Not Available7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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ZrSiO₄

Indicolite and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Indicolite 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 Indicolite and Zircon chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄

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Indicolite and Zircon Specific Gravity

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