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Baryte Barite
Baryte Barite

Chrysoberyl
Chrysoberyl



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Baryte Barite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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4.43-4.46
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Perfect
3-3.5
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
 
Brittle
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3.69-3.81
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
8.5
BeAl 2 O 4

Baryte Barite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4

Baryte Barite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte Barite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte Barite and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte Barite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.