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Baddeleyite and Selenite Physical Properties


Selenite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0  
-9999  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
{001} Distinct  
Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
6.5  
2  

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
CaSO4·2H2O  

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Baddeleyite and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Selenite Specific Gravity

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

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