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Hyacinth and Barite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
4.48
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
BaSO4

Hyacinth and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hyacinth 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 Hyacinth and Barite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hyacinth- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4

Hyacinth and Barite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hyacinth and Barite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hyacinth and Barite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hyacinth is 4.48 whereas that of Barite is 4.48.