Baddeleyite and Tantalite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite

Tantalite

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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

5.5-6.05.2

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Distinct

Good in one direction

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

(Fe,Mn)Ta 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Baddeleyite and Tantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Tantalite 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 Tantalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Tantalite- (Fe,Mn)Ta 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Baddeleyite and Tantalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Tantalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Tantalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 5.2 whereas that of Tantalite is 5.2.