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Marialite and Baryte Barite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.50
4.43-4.46
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Marialite and Baryte Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Baryte Barite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Marialite and Baryte Barite Specific Gravity

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