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Transvaal Jade and Barite Physical Properties


Barite and Transvaal Jade Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.55-3.73   
4.48   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
BaSO4   

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Transvaal Jade and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Transvaal Jade and 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 Transvaal Jade and Barite chemical formula.

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Transvaal Jade and Barite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Transvaal Jade and Barite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Transvaal Jade and Barite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Transvaal Jade is 4.48 whereas that of Barite is 4.48.

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