Zircon and Selenite Physical Properties

Zircon and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄
• Chemical formula of Selenite- CaSO4·2H2O

Zircon and Selenite Specific Gravity

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