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Baryte Barite and Wulfenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.43-4.46
6.50-7.00
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Irregular, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
On {011}, distinct; on {001}, {013}, indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3
1.8 Chemical Composition
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Baryte Barite and Wulfenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Baryte Barite and Wulfenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte Barite and Wulfenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte Barite and Wulfenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte Barite is 6.50-7.00 whereas that of Wulfenite is 6.50-7.00.