Baddeleyite and Vishnevite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0
  
Not Available
  
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
  
Brittle, Uneven
  
Cleavage
{001} Distinct
  
Perfect
  
Mohs Hardness
6.5
  
5-6
  
Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  
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Baddeleyite and Vishnevite Chemical Formula
While comparing Baddeleyite and Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Baddeleyite and Vishnevite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Vishnevite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Vishnevite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is Not Available whereas that of Vishnevite is Not Available.