Zircon and Dioptase Physical Properties
Solubility
insoluble
Soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
3.25-3.35
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{110} and {111}
Perfect in three directions
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
CuSiO 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zircon and Dioptase Chemical Formula
While comparing Zircon and Dioptase 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 Dioptase chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
- Chemical formula of Dioptase- CuSiO 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zircon and Dioptase Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Dioptase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Dioptase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 3.25-3.35 whereas that of Dioptase is 3.25-3.35.