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Zircon and Sylvite Physical Properties


Sylvite and Zircon Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
insoluble   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73   
1.993   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
{110} and {111}   
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]   

Mohs Hardness
7.5   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4   
Not Available   

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Zircon and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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Zircon and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.

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