Barite and Hyacinth Physical Properties

Barite

Hyacinth

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.483.93-4.73

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect

Not Available

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.56.5-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

BaSO4

ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Barite and Hyacinth Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Hyacinth 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 Hyacinth chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
Chemical formula of Hyacinth- ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Barite and Hyacinth Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Hyacinth Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Hyacinth Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Hyacinth is 3.93-4.73.