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Baddeleyite and Augelite Physical Properties


Augelite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0  
2.70-2.75  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
{001} Distinct  
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.  

Mohs Hardness
6.5  
4.5-5  

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Baddeleyite and Augelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Augelite 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 Augelite chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Augelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Augelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.70-2.75 whereas that of Augelite is 2.70-2.75.

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