Baddeleyite and Antigorite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite and Antigorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Antigorite 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 Antigorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Antigorite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Baddeleyite and Antigorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Antigorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Antigorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Antigorite is 2.58-2.80.