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Baddeleyite and Larvikite Physical Properties


Larvikite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0  
2.59  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
{001} Distinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10  

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Baddeleyite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Larvikite 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 Larvikite chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Larvikite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Larvikite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.59 whereas that of Larvikite is 2.59.

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