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Baddeleyite and Ulexite 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
5.5-6.0
1.65-1.99
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Baddeleyite and Ulexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Ulexite 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 Ulexite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Baddeleyite and Ulexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Ulexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Ulexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 1.65-1.99 whereas that of Ulexite is 1.65-1.99.