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Barite and Hauyne Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Gelatinises in acids
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.482.4-2.5
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BaSO4
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Barite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Barite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.