Baddeleyite and Howlite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite and Howlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Howlite 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 Howlite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Baddeleyite and Howlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Howlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Howlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.45-2.58 whereas that of Howlite is 2.45-2.58.