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Baddeleyite and Tinaksite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.5-6.02.82
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
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1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
Perfect in one direction, indistinct in one direction
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.56
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Baddeleyite and Tinaksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Tinaksite 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 Tinaksite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Baddeleyite and Tinaksite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Tinaksite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Tinaksite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.82 whereas that of Tinaksite is 2.82.