Baddeleyite and Nephrite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite

Nephrite

Add ⊕

1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.5-6.02.90-3.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Splintery, Granular, Splintery, Granular, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Distinct

Not Available

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Baddeleyite and Nephrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Nephrite 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 Nephrite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Nephrite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Compare Brown Gemstones

Baddeleyite Vs Cerussite

Baddeleyite Vs Cassiterite

Baddeleyite Vs Catapleiite

Baddeleyite and Nephrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Nephrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Nephrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Nephrite is 2.90-3.10.