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Baddeleyite and Uvarovite 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
3.77
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Ca 3Cr 2(SiO 4) 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Baddeleyite and Uvarovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Uvarovite 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 Uvarovite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Uvarovite- Ca 3Cr 2(SiO 4) 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Baddeleyite and Uvarovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Uvarovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Uvarovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.77 whereas that of Uvarovite is 3.77.