Baddeleyite and Stibiotantalite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite

Stibiotantalite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.5-6.0

Not Available

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Distinct

{???} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5

5.5-6

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

SbTaO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Baddeleyite and Stibiotantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Stibiotantalite 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 Stibiotantalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Stibiotantalite- SbTaO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Baddeleyite and Stibiotantalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Stibiotantalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Stibiotantalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is Not Available whereas that of Stibiotantalite is Not Available.

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