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Baddeleyite and Shattuckite Physical Properties


Shattuckite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
3.80-4.15   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
perfect along [010] and [100]   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Baddeleyite and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Shattuckite 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 Shattuckite chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Shattuckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Shattuckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.80-4.15 whereas that of Shattuckite is 3.80-4.15.

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