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Zircon and Meionite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.93-4.732.78
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} and {111}
{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Zircon and Meionite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Meionite 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 Meionite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
  • Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Zircon and Meionite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Meionite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Meionite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 2.78 whereas that of Meionite is 2.78.