Zircon and Sphene Physical Properties

Zircon

Sphene

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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

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.93-4.73Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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1.6 Cleavage

{110} and {111}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrSiO₄

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Zircon and Sphene Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Sphene 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 Sphene chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄

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Zircon and Sphene Specific Gravity

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