Papagoite and Zircon Physical Properties

Papagoite

Zircon

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.253.93-4.73

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Metallic

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Imperfect in one direction

{110} and {111}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.57.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

ZrSiO₄

Papagoite and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite 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 Papagoite and Zircon chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄

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Papagoite and Zircon Specific Gravity

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