Baddeleyite and Viridine Physical Properties

Baddeleyite and Viridine Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Viridine 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 Viridine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Viridine- (Al,Mn3+ ) 2SiO 4OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Baddeleyite and Viridine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Viridine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Viridine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Viridine is 3.05-3.21.