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Baddeleyite and Nifontovite Physical Properties


Nifontovite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
2.35-2.36   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Not Available   

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
{???} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
3.5-5   

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Baddeleyite and Nifontovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Nifontovite 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 Nifontovite chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Nifontovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Nifontovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Nifontovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.35-2.36 whereas that of Nifontovite is 2.35-2.36.

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