Baddeleyite and Scheelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Brittle
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0
5.9-6.3
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Cleavage
{001} Distinct
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Baddeleyite and Scheelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Baddeleyite and Scheelite 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 Scheelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Baddeleyite and Scheelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Scheelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Scheelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 5.9-6.3 whereas that of Scheelite is 5.9-6.3.