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Baryte and Pietersite Physical Properties


Pietersite 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   
Not Available   

Fracture
Irregular/uneven   
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Cleavage
Perfect cleavage parallel to base and prism faces: {001} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
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Optical Properties >>
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Baryte and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte and Pietersite 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 Pietersite chemical formula.

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Baryte and Pietersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte and Pietersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte and Pietersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte is Not Available whereas that of Pietersite is Not Available.

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