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Baddeleyite and Agate Opal Physical Properties


Agate Opal and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
1.98-2.50   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
5.5-6.5   

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   

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Baddeleyite and Agate Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Agate Opal 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 Baddeleyite and Agate Opal chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Agate Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Agate Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Agate Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Agate Opal is 1.98-2.50.

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