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Zircon and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Zircon Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
insoluble  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73  
2.36  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

Cleavage
{110} and {111}  
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
7.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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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.

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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.

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