Simpsonite and Zircon Physical Properties

Simpsonite

Zircon

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.93-4.73

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

None

{110} and {111}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.57.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

ZrSiO₄

Simpsonite and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite and Zircon chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄

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Simpsonite and Zircon Specific Gravity

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