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Baddeleyite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0  
2.36  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

Cleavage
{001} Distinct  
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
6.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Baddeleyite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

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Baddeleyite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.

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