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Baddeleyite and Brucite Physical Properties


Brucite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Sectile   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
2.39   

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

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
Perfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
2.5   

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

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Baddeleyite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Brucite 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 Brucite chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.

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