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Baddeleyite and Prehnite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.5-6.02.80-2.95
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
Distinct on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Baddeleyite and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Prehnite 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 Prehnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Baddeleyite and Prehnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Prehnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Prehnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Prehnite is 2.80-2.95.