Quartz and Baddeleyite Physical Properties

Quartz and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz 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 Quartz and Baddeleyite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Quartz and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

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