Barite and Powellite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
Not Available
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Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.48
4.23
Fracture
Uneven
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
{111} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
BaSO4
CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Barite and Powellite Chemical Formula
While comparing Barite and Powellite 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 Powellite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
- Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Barite and Powellite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Powellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Powellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 4.23 whereas that of Powellite is 4.23.