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Barite and Topazolite Physical Properties


Topazolite and Barite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.48   
3.70-4.10   

Fracture
Uneven   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
BaSO4   
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Barite and Topazolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Topazolite 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 Topazolite chemical formula.

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Barite and Topazolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Topazolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Topazolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Topazolite is 3.70-4.10.

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