Barite and Triplite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.48
3.85-3.94
Fracture
Uneven
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
5-5.5
Chemical Composition
BaSO4
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Barite and Triplite Chemical Formula
While comparing Barite and Triplite 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 Triplite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
- Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Barite and Triplite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Triplite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Triplite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 3.85-3.94 whereas that of Triplite is 3.85-3.94.