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Baddeleyite and Nosean Physical Properties


Nosean and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
2.30-2.40   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
{110} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Baddeleyite and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.

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