Zircon and Legrandite Physical Properties

Zircon and Legrandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Legrandite 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 Legrandite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄
• Chemical formula of Legrandite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zircon and Legrandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Legrandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Legrandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 3.98-4.04 whereas that of Legrandite is 3.98-4.04.