Magnesite and Zircon Physical Properties
Solubility
Effervesces in hot HCl
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.92-3.12
3.93-4.73
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
[10 1 1] perfect
{110} and {111}
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5
7.5
Chemical Composition
MgCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
ZrSiO4
Magnesite and Zircon Chemical Formula
While comparing Magnesite 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 Magnesite and Zircon chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Magnesite- MgCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
Magnesite and Zircon Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Magnesite and Zircon Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Magnesite and Zircon Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Magnesite is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Zircon is 3.93-4.73.