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Baddeleyite
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Baddeleyite and Smoky Quartz Physical Properties

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
5.5-6.02.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
{0110} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.57
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SiO2

Baddeleyite and Smoky Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Smoky Quartz 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 Smoky Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2

Baddeleyite and Smoky Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Smoky Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Smoky Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.65 whereas that of Smoky Quartz is 2.65.