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Barite and Labradorite 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
4.482.69-2.72
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BaSO4
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Barite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Labradorite 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 Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Barite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.