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Microcline 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
2.55-2.63
5.5-6.0
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
{001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Microcline and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline 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 Microcline and Baddeleyite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Microcline and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

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