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Andesine and Baddeleyite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65-2.695.5-6.0
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
{001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.56.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Andesine and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Baddeleyite 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 Andesine and Baddeleyite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Andesine and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Baddeleyite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Baddeleyite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 5.5-6.0 whereas that of Baddeleyite is 5.5-6.0.