Baddeleyite and Iolite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Iolite 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 Iolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Baddeleyite and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.