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Baryte and Bronzite Physical Properties


Bronzite and Baryte Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Soluble   
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Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.3-5   
3.35   

Fracture
Irregular/uneven   
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Cleavage
Perfect cleavage parallel to base and prism faces: {001} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect   
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Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
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Baryte and Bronzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte and Bronzite 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 Baryte and Bronzite chemical formula.

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Baryte and Bronzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte and Bronzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte and Bronzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte is 3.35 whereas that of Bronzite is 3.35.

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