Home
×

Phlogopite
Phlogopite

Baddeleyite
Baddeleyite



ADD
Compare
X
Phlogopite
X
Baddeleyite

Phlogopite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Tough
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85
5.5-6.0
1.5 Fracture
None, Uneven
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)
{001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Phlogopite and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite 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 Phlogopite and Baddeleyite chemical formula.

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

Phlogopite and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

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

Let Others Know
×