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Zircon and Scorodite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
{110} and {111}
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
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Zircon and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
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Zircon and Scorodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.