Zircon and Willemite Physical Properties

Zircon and Willemite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon and Willemite 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 Willemite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO₄
• Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Zircon and Willemite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Willemite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Willemite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 3.89-4.18 whereas that of Willemite is 3.89-4.18.