Baddeleyite and Mohawkite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0
  
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Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
  
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Cleavage
{001} Distinct
  
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Mohs Hardness
6.5
  
3-3.5
  
Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  
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Baddeleyite and Mohawkite Chemical Formula
While comparing Baddeleyite and Mohawkite 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 Mohawkite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Baddeleyite and Mohawkite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Mohawkite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Mohawkite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is Not Available whereas that of Mohawkite is Not Available.