Baddeleyite and Moldavite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite

Moldavite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.5-6.02.32-2.38

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Distinct

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.55.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Baddeleyite and Moldavite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Moldavite 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 Moldavite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

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Baddeleyite and Moldavite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Moldavite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Moldavite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.32-2.38 whereas that of Moldavite is 2.32-2.38.