Barite and Scapolite Physical Properties

Barite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.482.58-2.74

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

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

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

BaSO4

Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Barite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Scapolite 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 Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Barite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.