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Goldstone 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
2.50-2.805.5-6.0
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None
{001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
66.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Au
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Goldstone and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goldstone 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 Goldstone and Baddeleyite chemical formula.

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

Goldstone and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

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