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Baddeleyite and Bowenite Physical Properties


Bowenite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0  
2.58-2.80  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Irregular  

Cleavage
{001} Distinct  
Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
6.5  
5.5  

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

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Baddeleyite and Bowenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Bowenite 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 Bowenite chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Bowenite Specific Gravity

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

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