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Baddeleyite

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Baddeleyite and Ruby Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.5-6.03.97-4.05
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
No true cleavage
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.59
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Al 2 O 3

Baddeleyite and Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Ruby 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 Ruby chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Ruby- Al 2 O 3

Baddeleyite and Ruby Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Ruby Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Ruby Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.97-4.05 whereas that of Ruby is 3.97-4.05.