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Baddeleyite and Halite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Water-soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.5-6.02.17
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.52.0-2.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
NaCl

Baddeleyite and Halite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Halite 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 Halite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Halite- NaCl

Baddeleyite and Halite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Halite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Halite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.17 whereas that of Halite is 2.17.