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Schorl and Cubic Zirconia Physical Properties


Cubic Zirconia and Schorl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.18-3.22   
5.50-6.00   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
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Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct   
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Mohs Hardness
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8.5   

Chemical Composition
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   
ZrO 2 + CaO or Y 2O 3 or MgOUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Schorl and Cubic Zirconia Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl and Cubic Zirconia 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 Schorl and Cubic Zirconia chemical formula.

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Schorl and Cubic Zirconia Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorl and Cubic Zirconia Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorl and Cubic Zirconia Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorl is 5.50-6.00 whereas that of Cubic Zirconia is 5.50-6.00.

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