Zircon and Adamite Physical Properties
Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
4.32-4.48
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
{110} and {111}
{101}, good; {010}, poor
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Zircon and Adamite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zircon and Adamite 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 Zircon and Adamite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Zircon and Adamite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Adamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Adamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 4.32-4.48 whereas that of Adamite is 4.32-4.48.