Baddeleyite and Poudretteite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite

Poudretteite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.5-6.02.51-2.53

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Distinct

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.55

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Baddeleyite and Poudretteite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Baddeleyite and Poudretteite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Poudretteite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Poudretteite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.51-2.53 whereas that of Poudretteite is 2.51-2.53.