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Baryte Barite and Nephrite Physical Properties


Nephrite and Baryte Barite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.43-4.46  
2.90-3.10  

Fracture
-  
Splintery, Granular  

Cleavage
Perfect  
None  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references  

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Baryte Barite and Nephrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Nephrite 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 Nephrite chemical formula.

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Baryte Barite and Nephrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte Barite and Nephrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte Barite and Nephrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte Barite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Nephrite is 2.90-3.10.

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