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Baryte Barite and Gypsum Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Flexible
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.43-4.46
2.20-2.40
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
2
1.8 Chemical Composition
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Baryte Barite and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Gypsum 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 Gypsum chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Baryte Barite and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte Barite and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte Barite and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte Barite is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.