Cerussite and Barite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
6.46-6.57
4.48
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven
Cleavage
Good [110] and [021]
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
BaSO4
Cerussite and Barite Chemical Formula
While comparing Cerussite and Barite 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 Cerussite and Barite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
Cerussite and Barite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cerussite and Barite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cerussite and Barite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cerussite is 4.48 whereas that of Barite is 4.48.