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Baddeleyite and Hollandite Physical Properties


Hollandite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
5.05   

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

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
Distinct / Good, Prismatic   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
4-6   

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16   

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Baddeleyite and Hollandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Hollandite 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 Hollandite chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Hollandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Hollandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Hollandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 5.05 whereas that of Hollandite is 5.05.

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