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Wavellite and Zircon Physical Properties


Zircon and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
insoluble  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.36  
3.93-4.73  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  
{110} and {111}  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
7.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
ZrSiO4  

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Wavellite and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite 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 Wavellite and Zircon chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Zircon Specific Gravity

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

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