Baddeleyite and Starlite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite and Starlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Starlite 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 Starlite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Baddeleyite and Starlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Starlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Starlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.91-4.73 whereas that of Starlite is 3.91-4.73.