Euclase and Baryte Barite Physical Properties

Euclase

Baryte Barite

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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

3.08-3.124.43-4.46

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle, Metallic

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

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Perfect

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.53-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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

Euclase and Baryte Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Euclase 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 Euclase and Baryte Barite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Euclase- BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Euclase and Baryte Barite Specific Gravity

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