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Zircon and Andesine Physical Properties


Andesine and Zircon Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
insoluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73   
2.65-2.69   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
{110} and {111}   
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
7.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4   
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8   

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Zircon and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Andesine 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 Andesine chemical formula.

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Zircon and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.

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