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Baryte Barite and Jade Physical Properties


Jade and Baryte Barite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.43-4.46   
2.90-3.38   

Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery   

Cleavage
Not Available   
1 or 2,2 prismatic.   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6   

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Baryte Barite and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Jade 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 Jade chemical formula.

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Baryte Barite and Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte Barite and Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte Barite and Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte Barite is 2.90-3.38 whereas that of Jade is 2.90-3.38.

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