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Zircon and Langbeinite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

insoluble
Slowly dissolves in water

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.93-4.73-9999
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven
Conchoidal

Cleavage

{110} and {111}
None

Mohs Hardness

7.53.5-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

ZrSiO4
K2Mg2(SO4)3

Zircon and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
  • Chemical formula of Langbeinite- K2Mg2(SO4)3

Zircon and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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