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Baryte Barite
Baryte Barite

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Baryte Barite and Sanidine 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)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
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{001} Perfect, {010} Good
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)

Baryte Barite and Sanidine Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Sanidine 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 Sanidine chemical formula.

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

Baryte Barite and Sanidine Specific Gravity

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