Amazonite and Baryte Barite Physical Properties

Amazonite

Baryte Barite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.574.43-4.46

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

2,1 basal ; 2,1 prismatic ; 3,1 pinacoidal

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.53-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

KAlSi₃O₈

BaSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amazonite and Baryte Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amazonite and Baryte Barite 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 Amazonite and Baryte Barite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈
Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Amazonite and Baryte Barite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amazonite and Baryte Barite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amazonite and Baryte Barite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amazonite is 4.43-4.46 whereas that of Baryte Barite is 4.43-4.46.