Baddeleyite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite

Rhodolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.5-6.03.84

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Distinct

none, may show indistinct parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Baddeleyite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Baddeleyite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.