Sinhalite and Barite Physical Properties

Sinhalite

Barite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.46-3.504.48

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-73-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

BaSO4

Sinhalite and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite 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 Sinhalite and Barite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4

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Sinhalite and Barite Specific Gravity

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