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Baddeleyite and Hiddenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.5-6.03.15-3.21
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.56-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
LiAlSi2O6

Baddeleyite and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6

Baddeleyite and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.