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Baddeleyite and Legrandite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0
3.98-4.04
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
Imperfect, poor one {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Baddeleyite and Legrandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Legrandite 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 Legrandite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Legrandite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Baddeleyite and Legrandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Legrandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Legrandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.98-4.04 whereas that of Legrandite is 3.98-4.04.