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Inderite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Baddeleyite and Inderite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.79   
5.5-6.0   

Fracture
Uneven   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
{110} Good   
{001} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
6.5   

Chemical Composition
MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Inderite and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Inderite 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 Inderite and Baddeleyite chemical formula.

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Inderite and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

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

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