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Baddeleyite and Agate Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.5-6.02.60-2.64
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.56.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SiO2

Baddeleyite and Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Agate 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 chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Agate- SiO2

Baddeleyite and Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.60-2.64 whereas that of Agate is 2.60-2.64.