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Baryte Barite and Chrome-Chalcedony 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
2.55-2.70
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Baryte Barite and Chrome-Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Chrome-Chalcedony 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 Chrome-Chalcedony chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Chrome-Chalcedony- SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Baryte Barite and Chrome-Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte Barite and Chrome-Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte Barite and Chrome-Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte Barite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chrome-Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.

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