Zinnwaldite and Zircon Physical Properties

Zinnwaldite

Zircon

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Elastic

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.9-3.13.93-4.73

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect basal {001}

{110} and {111}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4.07.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

ZrSiO₄

Zinnwaldite and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Zircon chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄

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Zinnwaldite and Zircon Specific Gravity

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