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Mimetite and Baryte Barite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
7.104.43-4.46
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
[10 1 1] Imperfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.53-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Mimetite and Baryte Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mimetite and Baryte 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 Baryte 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 Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Mimetite and Baryte Barite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mimetite and Baryte Barite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mimetite and Baryte Barite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mimetite is 4.43-4.46 whereas that of Baryte Barite is 4.43-4.46.