Zircon and Dolomite Physical Properties
Solubility
insoluble
Poorly soluble in dilute HCl
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
2.80-2.95
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{110} and {111}
Perfect on {10 1 1}, rhombohedral cleavage
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
CaMg(CO 3) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zircon and Dolomite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zircon and Dolomite 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 Dolomite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
- Chemical formula of Dolomite- CaMg(CO 3) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zircon and Dolomite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Dolomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Dolomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Dolomite is 2.80-2.95.