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Baddeleyite and Baryte Physical Properties


Baryte and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
4.3-5   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Irregular/uneven   

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
Perfect cleavage parallel to base and prism faces: {001} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Not Available   

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Baddeleyite and Baryte Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Baryte 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 Baryte chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Baryte Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Baryte Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Baryte Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 4.3-5 whereas that of Baryte is 4.3-5.

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