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Barite and Norbergite Physical Properties


Norbergite 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   
3.177   

Fracture
Uneven   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect   
{???} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
BaSO4   
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Barite and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Norbergite 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 Norbergite chemical formula.

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Barite and Norbergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Norbergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Norbergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 3.177 whereas that of Norbergite is 3.177.

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