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Baddeleyite and Diamond Physical Properties


Diamond and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
3.50-3.53   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
111 (perfect in four directions)   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
10   

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
C   

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Baddeleyite and Diamond Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Diamond 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 Diamond chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Diamond Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.

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