Zircon and Pollucite Physical Properties
Solubility
insoluble
Readily soluble in HF
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
2.86-2.94
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Cleavage
{110} and {111}
None observed
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
(Cs,Na)(AlSi 2O 6) · 0.5H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Zircon and Pollucite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zircon and Pollucite 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 Pollucite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
- Chemical formula of Pollucite- (Cs,Na)(AlSi 2O 6) · 0.5H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Zircon and Pollucite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Pollucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Pollucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 2.86-2.94 whereas that of Pollucite is 2.86-2.94.