Baddeleyite and Cuprite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite and Cuprite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Cuprite 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 Cuprite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Baddeleyite and Cuprite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.