Shortite and Baryte Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Brittle
Solubility
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Soluble
Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.61
4.3-5
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Irregular/uneven
Cleavage
{010} Distinct
Perfect cleavage parallel to base and prism faces: {001} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
Chemical Composition
Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Shortite and Baryte Chemical Formula
While comparing Shortite and Baryte 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 Shortite and Baryte chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Shortite- Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Shortite and Baryte Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shortite and Baryte Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shortite and Baryte Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shortite is 4.3-5 whereas that of Baryte is 4.3-5.