Baryte and Marialite Physical Properties
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.3-5
2.50
Fracture
Irregular/uneven
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Perfect cleavage parallel to base and prism faces: {001} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
Distinct on {100} and {110}
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
Not Available
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Baryte and Marialite Chemical Formula
While comparing Baryte and Marialite 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 Baryte and Marialite chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Baryte and Marialite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.