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Baryte Barite and Caledonite Physical Properties


Caledonite and Baryte Barite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.43-4.46  
5.6-5.76  

Fracture
-  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect  
[001] perfect; [100] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
2.5-3  

Chemical Composition
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Baryte Barite and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Caledonite 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 Caledonite chemical formula.

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Baryte Barite and Caledonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte Barite and Caledonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte Barite and Caledonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte Barite is 5.6-5.76 whereas that of Caledonite is 5.6-5.76.

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