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Baddeleyite and Nuummite Physical Properties


Nuummite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
3.18-3.37   

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

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
Perfect on 210   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Not Available   

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Baddeleyite and Nuummite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Nuummite 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 Nuummite chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Nuummite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Nuummite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Nuummite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.18-3.37 whereas that of Nuummite is 3.18-3.37.

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