Baddeleyite and Omphacite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite and Omphacite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Omphacite 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 Omphacite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Omphacite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Baddeleyite and Omphacite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Omphacite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Omphacite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.16-3.43 whereas that of Omphacite is 3.16-3.43.