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Baryte Barite and Biotite Physical Properties


Biotite and Baryte Barite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.43-4.46  
2.7-3.3  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Even  

Cleavage
Perfect  
Perfect on the {001}  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
2.5-3.0  

Chemical Composition
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2  

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Baryte Barite and Biotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Biotite 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 Barite and Biotite chemical formula.

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Baryte Barite and Biotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte Barite and Biotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte Barite and Biotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte Barite is 2.7-3.3 whereas that of Biotite is 2.7-3.3.

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