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Baddeleyite and Flint Physical Properties


Flint and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0  
-9999  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
{001} Distinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
SiO2  

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Baddeleyite and Flint Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Flint 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 Flint chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Flint Specific Gravity

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

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