Baddeleyite and Chromite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite

Chromite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.5-6.04.5-4.8

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Distinct

None, parting may develop along {111}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.55.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Fe++Cr2O4

Baddeleyite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Chromite 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 Chromite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

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Baddeleyite and Chromite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Chromite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Chromite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 4.5-4.8 whereas that of Chromite is 4.5-4.8.