Barite and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.48
3.07-3.13
Fracture
Uneven
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
BaSO4
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Barite and Phosphophyllite Chemical Formula
While comparing Barite and Phosphophyllite 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 Phosphophyllite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
- Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Barite and Phosphophyllite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Phosphophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Phosphophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 3.07-3.13 whereas that of Phosphophyllite is 3.07-3.13.