Zircon and Wavellite Physical Properties

Zircon

Wavellite

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle

Solubility

insoluble

Durability

Specific Gravity

3.93-4.732.36

1 7.18

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Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous

Cleavage

{110} and {111}

[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct

Mohs Hardness

7.53.5-4

2 10

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Chemical Composition

ZrSiO₄

Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zircon and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄
Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Zircon and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.