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Baryte Barite and Ludlamite Physical Properties


Ludlamite and Baryte Barite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.43-4.46  
3.1-3.2  

Fracture
-  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect  
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
3-4  

Chemical Composition
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Baryte Barite and Ludlamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Ludlamite 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 Ludlamite chemical formula.

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Baryte Barite and Ludlamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte Barite and Ludlamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte Barite and Ludlamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte Barite is 3.1-3.2 whereas that of Ludlamite is 3.1-3.2.

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