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Baddeleyite and Sphalerite Physical Properties


Sphalerite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
{001} Distinct  
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
6.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
(Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Baddeleyite and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.

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