Baddeleyite and Apophyllite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite and Apophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Apophyllite 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 Apophyllite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Baddeleyite and Apophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Apophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Apophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.30-2.50 whereas that of Apophyllite is 2.30-2.50.