Zircon and Thaumasite Physical Properties

Zircon and Thaumasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Thaumasite 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 Thaumasite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄
• Chemical formula of Thaumasite- Ca 6Si 2(CO 3) 2(SO 4) 2(OH) 12 · 24H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Zircon and Thaumasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Thaumasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Thaumasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 1.91 whereas that of Thaumasite is 1.91.