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Baddeleyite and Catapleiite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0
2.72
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Baddeleyite and Catapleiite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Baddeleyite and Catapleiite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Catapleiite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Catapleiite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.72 whereas that of Catapleiite is 2.72.

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