Sulphur and Zircon Physical Properties

Sulphur

Zircon

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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insoluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.05-2.083.93-4.73

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{110} and {111}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

ZrSiO₄

Sulphur and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulphur 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 Sulphur and Zircon chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄

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Sulphur and Zircon Specific Gravity

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