Baddeleyite and Ludlamite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite

Ludlamite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.5-6.03.1-3.2

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Distinct

Vitreous, pearly on cleavage

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.53-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Baddeleyite and Ludlamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Ludlamite 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 Ludlamite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Ludlamite- (Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Baddeleyite and Ludlamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Ludlamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Ludlamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.1-3.2 whereas that of Ludlamite is 3.1-3.2.