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Periclase and Zircon Physical Properties


Zircon and Periclase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
insoluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9   
3.93-4.73   

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

Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}   
{110} and {111}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
7.5   

Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
ZrSiO4   

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Periclase and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase 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 Periclase and Zircon chemical formula.

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Periclase and Zircon Specific Gravity

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

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