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Vivianite
Vivianite

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Baryte Barite



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Vivianite 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
2.64-2.704.43-4.46
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available3-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Vivianite and Baryte Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vivianite 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 Vivianite and Baryte Barite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Vivianite- Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Vivianite and Baryte Barite Specific Gravity

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