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Baddeleyite and Gaspeite Physical Properties


Gaspeite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
HCl soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
3.71   

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

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
{10 1 1} Good   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
4.5-5   

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
(Ni,Mg,Fe++)CO3   

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Baddeleyite and Gaspeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Gaspeite 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 Gaspeite chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Gaspeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Gaspeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Gaspeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.71 whereas that of Gaspeite is 3.71.

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