Baddeleyite and Chabazite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite

Chabazite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.5-6.02.08-2.16

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Distinct

distinct/good on {1011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.54.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Baddeleyite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Chabazite 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 Chabazite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Baddeleyite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.