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Mimetite and Barite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
7.10
4.48
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
[10 1 1] Imperfect
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
BaSO4

Mimetite and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mimetite 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 Mimetite and Barite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4

Mimetite and Barite Specific Gravity

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