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Padparadscha and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Baddeleyite and Padparadscha Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10   
5.5-6.0   

Fracture
Not Available   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{001} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
9   
6.5   

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Padparadscha and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Padparadscha 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 Padparadscha and Baddeleyite chemical formula.

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Padparadscha and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

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

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