Zircon and Scapolite Physical Properties

Zircon

Scapolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

insoluble

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.93-4.732.58-2.74

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

{110} and {111}

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrSiO₄

Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Zircon and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Scapolite 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 Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄
Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Zircon and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.