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Amblygonite and Barite Physical Properties

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
2.98-3.10
4.48
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Irregular/uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
[100] Perfect, [110] Good, [011] Distinct
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
BaSO4

Amblygonite and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amblygonite and 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 Amblygonite and Barite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amblygonite- (Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4

Amblygonite and Barite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amblygonite and Barite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amblygonite and Barite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amblygonite is 4.48 whereas that of Barite is 4.48.

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