Zebra Rock and Zircon Physical Properties

Zebra Rock

Zircon

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Soluble

insoluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.93-4.73

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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{110} and {111}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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ZrSiO₄

Zebra Rock and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Zebra Rock 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 Zebra Rock and Zircon chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄

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Zebra Rock and Zircon Specific Gravity

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