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Phosphophyllite and Zircon Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.07-3.133.93-4.73
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct
{110} and {111}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.57.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
ZrSiO4

Phosphophyllite and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphophyllite 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 Phosphophyllite and Zircon chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4

Phosphophyllite and Zircon Specific Gravity

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