Zircon and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
2.74-2.76
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
Cleavage
{110} and {111}
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Zircon and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zircon and Phosphosiderite 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 Phosphosiderite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
- Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Zircon and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.