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Barite and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Barite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.48   
2.90-3.38   

Fracture
Uneven   
Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery   

Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect   
1 or 2,2 prismatic.   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
BaSO4   
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6   

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Barite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Jade 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 Barite and Jade chemical formula.

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Barite and Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 2.90-3.38 whereas that of Jade is 2.90-3.38.

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