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Baddeleyite and Biotite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.5-6.02.7-3.3
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Even, Yellow, White
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
Perfect on the {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.52.5-3.0
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2

Baddeleyite and Biotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Biotite 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 Biotite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2

Baddeleyite and Biotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Biotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Biotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.7-3.3 whereas that of Biotite is 2.7-3.3.