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White topaz and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Baddeleyite and White topaz Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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5.5-6.0   

Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
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{001} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
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6.5   

Chemical Composition
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ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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White topaz and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing White topaz 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 White topaz and Baddeleyite chemical formula.

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White topaz and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

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

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