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Baddeleyite and Carnelian Physical Properties


Carnelian and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
2.58-2.64   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
Absent   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
SiO2   

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Baddeleyite and Carnelian Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Carnelian 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 Carnelian chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Carnelian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Carnelian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Carnelian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Carnelian is 2.58-2.64.

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