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Zircon and Caledonite Physical Properties


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Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
insoluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73   
5.6-5.76   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

Cleavage
{110} and {111}   
[001] perfect; [100] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
7.5   
2.5-3   

Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4   
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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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.

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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.

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