Chambersite and Baryte Barite Physical Properties

Chambersite

Baryte Barite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.504.43-4.46

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven

Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

None

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

73-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

BaSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chambersite and Baryte Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite 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 Chambersite and Baryte Barite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Chambersite and Baryte Barite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Baryte Barite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Baryte Barite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 4.43-4.46 whereas that of Baryte Barite is 4.43-4.46.