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Vanadinite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1
5.5-6.0
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None
{001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-4
6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
C20H36
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Vanadinite and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite and Baddeleyite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36
  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Vanadinite and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

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