Zircon and Phosgenite Physical Properties
Solubility
insoluble
Soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
6.13
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Cleavage
{110} and {111}
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zircon and Phosgenite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zircon and Phosgenite 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 Phosgenite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
- Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zircon and Phosgenite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Phosgenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Phosgenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 6.13 whereas that of Phosgenite is 6.13.