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Ulexite and Barite Physical Properties

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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
1.65-1.99
4.48
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
BaSO4

Ulexite and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ulexite 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 Ulexite and Barite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4

Ulexite and Barite Specific Gravity

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