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Zircon and Fluorapatite Physical Properties

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
3.93-4.733.1-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} and {111}
Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.55
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Zircon and Fluorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Fluorapatite 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 Fluorapatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
  • Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Zircon and Fluorapatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Fluorapatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Fluorapatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 3.1-3.25 whereas that of Fluorapatite is 3.1-3.25.