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Flint and Baddeleyite Physical Properties

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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
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5.5-6.0
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
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{001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Flint and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Flint 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 Flint and Baddeleyite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Flint and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

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