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Catapleiite and Baddeleyite 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
2.72
5.5-6.0
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
{001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Catapleiite and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite and Baddeleyite 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 Catapleiite and Baddeleyite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Catapleiite and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Catapleiite and Baddeleyite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Catapleiite and Baddeleyite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Catapleiite is 5.5-6.0 whereas that of Baddeleyite is 5.5-6.0.

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