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Baryte and Californite Physical Properties


Californite and Baryte Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Soluble   
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.3-5   
3.32-3.47   

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   
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Chemical Composition
Not Available   
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Baryte and Californite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte and Californite 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 Californite chemical formula.

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Baryte and Californite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte and Californite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte and Californite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte is 3.32-3.47 whereas that of Californite is 3.32-3.47.

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