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Baryte Barite and Pyrope Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.43-4.46
3.62-3.87
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Baryte Barite and Pyrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Pyrope 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 Pyrope chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Pyrope- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Baryte Barite and Pyrope Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte Barite and Pyrope Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte Barite and Pyrope Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte Barite is 3.62-3.87 whereas that of Pyrope is 3.62-3.87.