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Zircon and Boracite Physical Properties


Boracite and Zircon Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
insoluble  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73  
2.95-2.96  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
{110} and {111}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
7.5  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4  
Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Zircon and Boracite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Boracite 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 Boracite chemical formula.

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Zircon and Boracite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Boracite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Boracite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 2.95-2.96 whereas that of Boracite is 2.95-2.96.

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