Baddeleyite and Richterite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Richterite 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 Richterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2

Baddeleyite and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.