Zircon and Cobaltite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
6.3
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
{110} and {111}
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Zircon and Cobaltite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zircon and Cobaltite 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 Cobaltite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
- Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Zircon and Cobaltite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Cobaltite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Cobaltite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 6.3 whereas that of Cobaltite is 6.3.