Baddeleyite and Scapolite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite

Scapolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.5-6.02.58-2.74

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Distinct

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Baddeleyite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Scapolite 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 Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Baddeleyite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.