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Obsidian and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Baddeleyite and Obsidian Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.35-2.60   
5.5-6.0   

Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{001} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Obsidian and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian 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 Obsidian and Baddeleyite chemical formula.

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Obsidian and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

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

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