Zircon and Augelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
2.70-2.75
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{110} and {111}
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zircon and Augelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zircon and Augelite 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 Augelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
- Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zircon and Augelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Augelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 2.70-2.75 whereas that of Augelite is 2.70-2.75.