Baddeleyite and Moissanite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite

Moissanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

none

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.5-6.03.17-3.24

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Distinct

(0001) indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.59-9.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Baddeleyite and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Moissanite 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 Moissanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Baddeleyite and Moissanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Moissanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Moissanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.17-3.24 whereas that of Moissanite is 3.17-3.24.