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Baddeleyite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties


Chalcopyrite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0  
4.1-4.3  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
{001} Distinct  
Indistinct on {011}  

Mohs Hardness
6.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Baddeleyite and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Chalcopyrite 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 Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Chalcopyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Chalcopyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 4.1-4.3 whereas that of Chalcopyrite is 4.1-4.3.

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