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Barite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite 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   
2.69-2.72   

Fracture
Uneven   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect   
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
BaSO4   
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8   

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Barite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Labradorite 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 Labradorite chemical formula.

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Barite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.

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