Zircon
Zircon is a mineral with the chemical formula ZrSiO4. It has a Mohs hardness of 7.5 and vitreous to adamantine luster.
Zircon properties
| Type | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Chemical formula | ZrSiO4 |
| Mohs hardness | 7.5 |
| Luster | Vitreous to adamantine |
| Typical colors | Colorless, yellow, green, brown, red, or blue |
| Formation | Forms in igneous rocks and is often found in sedimentary deposits |
| Rarity | 6 / 10 |
Mohs hardness 7.5 — hard
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