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Baddeleyite and Chalcedony Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.5-6.02.55-2.70
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
Absent
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.56.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SiO2

Baddeleyite and Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Chalcedony 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 Chalcedony chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Chalcedony- SiO2

Baddeleyite and Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.