Zircon and Euclase Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
3.08-3.12
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
{110} and {111}
{010} Perfect
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zircon and Euclase Chemical Formula
While comparing Zircon and Euclase 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 Euclase chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
- Chemical formula of Euclase- BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zircon and Euclase Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Euclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Euclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 3.08-3.12 whereas that of Euclase is 3.08-3.12.