Wardite and Barite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.81
4.48
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven
Cleavage
{001} Perfect
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
BaSO4
Wardite and Barite Chemical Formula
While comparing Wardite 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 Wardite and Barite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Wardite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
Wardite and Barite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wardite and Barite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wardite and Barite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wardite is 4.48 whereas that of Barite is 4.48.