Baddeleyite and Sulphur Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0
2.05-2.08
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
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Cleavage
{001} Distinct
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Mohs Hardness
6.5
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Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Baddeleyite and Sulphur Chemical Formula
While comparing Baddeleyite and Sulphur 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 Sulphur chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Baddeleyite and Sulphur Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Sulphur Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Sulphur Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.05-2.08 whereas that of Sulphur is 2.05-2.08.