Zircon and Moldavite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
2.32-2.38
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
{110} and {111}
Not Available
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Zircon and Moldavite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zircon and Moldavite 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 Moldavite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
- Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Zircon and Moldavite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Moldavite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Moldavite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 2.32-2.38 whereas that of Moldavite is 2.32-2.38.