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Zircon and Caledonite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.93-4.735.6-5.76
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} and {111}
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.52.5-3
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Zircon and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Caledonite 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 Caledonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
  • Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Zircon and Caledonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Caledonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Caledonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 5.6-5.76 whereas that of Caledonite is 5.6-5.76.