Zircon and Wax Opal Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
1.98-2.50
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
{110} and {111}
Not Available
Mohs Hardness
7.5
5.5-6.5
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Zircon and Wax Opal Chemical Formula
While comparing Zircon and Wax Opal 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 Wax Opal chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
- Chemical formula of Wax Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Zircon and Wax Opal Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Wax Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Wax Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Wax Opal is 1.98-2.50.