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Baddeleyite and Piemontite Physical Properties


Piemontite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
Not Available   

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

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
[001] good, [100] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
6-6.5   

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

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Baddeleyite and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Piemontite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.

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