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Nacre 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
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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)

Nacre and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nacre 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 Nacre and Baddeleyite chemical formula.

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

Nacre and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

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