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Barite and Goshenite Physical Properties


Goshenite and Barite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.48   
2.60-2.90   

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

Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect   
3,1 basal   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
BaSO4   
Be3Al2SiO6   

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Barite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Goshenite 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 Barite and Goshenite chemical formula.

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Barite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.

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