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Moroxite and Baryte Barite Physical Properties

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
3.13-3.26
4.43-4.46
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
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3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Moroxite and Baryte Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite 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 Moroxite and Baryte Barite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Moroxite and Baryte Barite Specific Gravity

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