Baddeleyite and Bronzite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite and Bronzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Bronzite 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 Bronzite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Bronzite- (Mg,Fe) 2Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Baddeleyite and Bronzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Bronzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Bronzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.35 whereas that of Bronzite is 3.35.