Baddeleyite and Thomsonite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.5-6.02.25-2.40

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Distinct

perfect on {010}; good on {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.55-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Baddeleyite and Thomsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Thomsonite 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 Thomsonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Baddeleyite and Thomsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Thomsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Thomsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.25-2.40 whereas that of Thomsonite is 2.25-2.40.