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Zircon and Tugtupite Physical Properties


Tugtupite and Zircon Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
insoluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73   
2.30-2.60   

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

Cleavage
{110} and {111}   
{111} Imperfect   

Mohs Hardness
7.5   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4   
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Zircon and Tugtupite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Tugtupite 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 Tugtupite chemical formula.

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Zircon and Tugtupite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Tugtupite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Tugtupite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 2.30-2.60 whereas that of Tugtupite is 2.30-2.60.

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