Baddeleyite and Rubellite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite

Rubellite

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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

5.5-6.03.01-3.06

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Distinct

Not Available

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

Baddeleyite and Rubellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Rubellite 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 Rubellite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Rubellite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

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Baddeleyite and Rubellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Rubellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Rubellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.01-3.06 whereas that of Rubellite is 3.01-3.06.