Baryte and Verdelite Physical Properties

Baryte

Verdelite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Soluble

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.3-5

2.90-3.40

1.5 Fracture

Irregular/uneven

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect cleavage parallel to base and prism faces: {001} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.5

7-7.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

Baryte and Verdelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte and Verdelite 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 Verdelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Verdelite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

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Baryte and Verdelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte and Verdelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte and Verdelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte is 2.90-3.40 whereas that of Verdelite is 2.90-3.40.