Bayldonite and Starlite Physical Properties

Bayldonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.503.91-4.73

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

None

Not Available

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.56.5-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2

ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Bayldonite and Starlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bayldonite and Starlite 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 Bayldonite and Starlite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Bayldonite- (Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2
Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Bayldonite and Starlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bayldonite and Starlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bayldonite and Starlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bayldonite is 3.91-4.73 whereas that of Starlite is 3.91-4.73.