Linarite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties

Linarite and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Linarite 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 Linarite and Baddeleyite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Linarite and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

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