Starlite and Barite Physical Properties

Starlite

Barite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.91-4.734.48

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7.53-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

BaSO4

Starlite and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite 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 Starlite and Barite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4

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Starlite and Barite Specific Gravity

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