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Chrysoprase and Baryte Barite 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
2.58-2.64
4.43-4.46
1.5 Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chrysoprase and Baryte Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase and Baryte Barite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
  • Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chrysoprase and Baryte Barite Specific Gravity

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

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