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Baddeleyite and Andesine Physical Properties


Andesine and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
2.65-2.69   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8   

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Baddeleyite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Andesine 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 Andesine chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.

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