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Barite and Hexagonite Physical Properties


Hexagonite and Barite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.48   
2.98-3.03   

Fracture
Uneven   
Uneven   

Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect   
[110] perfect; [010] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
BaSO4   
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Barite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite chemical formula.

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Barite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.

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