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Montebrasite and Barite Physical Properties


Barite and Montebrasite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.98-3.10   
4.48   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Uneven   

Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {110} Good, {011} Distinct   
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
BaSO4   

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Montebrasite and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Montebrasite 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 Montebrasite and Barite chemical formula.

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Montebrasite and Barite Specific Gravity

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

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