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Baryte Barite and Bertrandite 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
4.43-4.46
2.59-2.60
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
{001} Perfect, {110} Distinct, {101} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Baryte Barite and Bertrandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Bertrandite 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 Barite and Bertrandite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Bertrandite- Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Baryte Barite and Bertrandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte Barite and Bertrandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte Barite and Bertrandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte Barite is 2.59-2.60 whereas that of Bertrandite is 2.59-2.60.