Zircon and Magnesite Physical Properties
Solubility
insoluble
Effervesces in hot HCl
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
2.92-3.12
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Cleavage
{110} and {111}
[10 1 1] perfect
Mohs Hardness
7.5
3.5-4.5
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
MgCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zircon and Magnesite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zircon and Magnesite 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 Magnesite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
- Chemical formula of Magnesite- MgCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zircon and Magnesite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Magnesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Magnesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 2.92-3.12 whereas that of Magnesite is 2.92-3.12.