Realgar and Baddeleyite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.56
5.5-6.0
Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{010} Good
{001} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
6.5
Chemical Composition
AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Realgar and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula
While comparing Realgar 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 Realgar and Baddeleyite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Realgar and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Baddeleyite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Baddeleyite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 5.5-6.0 whereas that of Baddeleyite is 5.5-6.0.