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Baryte Barite and Rhodizite 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
4.43-4.46
3.34-3.44
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
8-8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Baryte Barite and Rhodizite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Rhodizite 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 Rhodizite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Rhodizite- (K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Baryte Barite and Rhodizite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte Barite and Rhodizite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte Barite and Rhodizite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte Barite is 3.34-3.44 whereas that of Rhodizite is 3.34-3.44.