Paraiba and Zircon Physical Properties

Paraiba

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

3.04-3.133.93-4.73

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

7-7.57.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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ZrSiO₄

Paraiba and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba 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 Paraiba and Zircon chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄

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Paraiba and Zircon Specific Gravity

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