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Zircon and Citrine Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.93-4.732.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} and {111}
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.57
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
SiO2

Zircon and Citrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Citrine 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 Citrine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
  • Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2

Zircon and Citrine Specific Gravity

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