Baddeleyite and Realgar Physical Properties

Baddeleyite and Realgar Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Realgar 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 Realgar chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Baddeleyite and Realgar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Realgar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Realgar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.56 whereas that of Realgar is 3.56.