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Baryte Barite and Goldstone Physical Properties


Goldstone and Baryte Barite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.43-4.46   
2.50-2.80   

Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).   

Cleavage
Not Available   
None   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
6   

Chemical Composition
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Au   

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Baryte Barite and Goldstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Goldstone 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 Goldstone chemical formula.

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Baryte Barite and Goldstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte Barite and Goldstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte Barite and Goldstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte Barite is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Goldstone is 2.50-2.80.

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