Scorodite and Zircon Physical Properties

Scorodite

Zircon

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.93-4.73

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

{110} and {111}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-47.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

ZrSiO₄

Scorodite and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite 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 Scorodite and Zircon chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄

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Scorodite and Zircon Specific Gravity

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