Chabazite and Baryte Barite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16
4.43-4.46
Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
Not Available
Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
BaSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chabazite and Baryte Barite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chabazite and Baryte Barite 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 Chabazite and Baryte Barite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chabazite and Baryte Barite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Baryte Barite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Baryte Barite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 4.43-4.46 whereas that of Baryte Barite is 4.43-4.46.