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Phlogopite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Baddeleyite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85   
5.5-6.0   

Fracture
None, Uneven   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)   
{001} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
6.5   

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

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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.

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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.

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