Zircon Flashcards
1
Q
What is Zircon’s formula?
A
ZrSiO4
2
Q
What is Zircon’s crystal system?
A
tetragonal 4/m2/m2/m
3
Q
What is Zircon’s form?
A
tetragonal prism {010}
4
Q
What is Zircon’s hardness?
A
7.5
5
Q
What is Zircon’s 2 occurrences?
A
accessory mineral in many igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks
resistant to weathering
6
Q
What is Zircon’s use?
A
refractory bricks for foundries
