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Zircon and Gypsum Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Flexible
1.2 Solubility
insoluble
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.93-4.732.20-2.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} and {111}
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.52
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Zircon and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Gypsum 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 Gypsum chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
  • Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Zircon and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.