Baddeleyite and Clintonite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite and Clintonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Clintonite 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 Clintonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Clintonite- Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2

Baddeleyite and Clintonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Clintonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Clintonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.0-3.1 whereas that of Clintonite is 3.0-3.1.