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Baryte Barite
Baryte Barite

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Baryte Barite and Brucite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Sectile
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.43-4.462.39
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Irregular
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.52.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Baryte Barite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Brucite 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 Brucite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Baryte Barite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte Barite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte Barite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte Barite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.