Arfvedsonite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties

Arfvedsonite and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Arfvedsonite 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 Arfvedsonite and Baddeleyite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Arfvedsonite- NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Arfvedsonite and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

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