Baddeleyite and Rubellite Tourmaline Physical Properties

Baddeleyite and Rubellite Tourmaline Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Rubellite Tourmaline 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 Tourmaline chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Rubellite Tourmaline- Ag

Baddeleyite and Rubellite Tourmaline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Rubellite Tourmaline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Rubellite Tourmaline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is Not Available whereas that of Rubellite Tourmaline is Not Available.