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Barite and Verdite Physical Properties


Verdite and Barite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.48   
2.80-3.0   

Fracture
Uneven   
Not Available   

Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect   
{110} Good   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
3   

Chemical Composition
BaSO4   
NaFeS2•2(H2O)   

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Barite and Verdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Verdite 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 Verdite chemical formula.

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Barite and Verdite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Verdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Verdite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 2.80-3.0 whereas that of Verdite is 2.80-3.0.

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