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Baryte Barite
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Baryte Barite and Orthoclase 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
4.43-4.462.54-2.61
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gems, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.56
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Baryte Barite and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Orthoclase 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 Orthoclase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Baryte Barite and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte Barite and Orthoclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte Barite and Orthoclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte Barite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Orthoclase is 2.54-2.61.