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Zircon and Hambergite Physical Properties


Hambergite and Zircon Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
insoluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73   
2.33-2.37   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
{110} and {111}   
Perfect on {010}, good on {100}   

Mohs Hardness
7.5   
7.5   

Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4   
Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Zircon and Hambergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Hambergite 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 Hambergite chemical formula.

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Zircon and Hambergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Hambergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Hambergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 2.33-2.37 whereas that of Hambergite is 2.33-2.37.

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