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Barite and Titanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.48
3.48-3.60
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
BaSO4
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Barite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Titanite 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 Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
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Barite and Titanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.