Barium Sulfate (BaSO4) Description
Barium Sulfate (BaSO4) is an inorganic compound that appears as a white crystalline solid. It is insoluble in water and other common solvents. Barium Sulfate Crystal’s versatility and reliability make it an essential component in both medical and industrial fields.
Barium Sulfate (BaSO4) Specifications
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Mineral name
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Baryte
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Material
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BaSO4
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Size
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10μm, 5cm, or customized
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Melting Point ℃
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1580
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Crystal system
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Orthorhombic
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Space Group
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Pnma
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Unit cell
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a [Å]:8.88b [Å]:5.46c [Å]:7.16
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Mohs hardness
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3 - 3.5
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Density (g/cm3)
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4.48
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Cleavage
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Perfect on {001} and {210}, imperfect on {010}
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Color
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Yellow
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Transparency
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Transparent to opaque
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Refractive Index
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nα=1.634-1.637; nβ=1.636-1.638; nΥ=1.646-1.648
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Barium Sulfate (BaSO4) Application
- Medical Imaging: Used as a radiocontrast agent for X-ray imaging and other diagnostic procedures, particularly in gastrointestinal studies.
- Drilling Fluids: Utilized in the oil and gas industry as a weighting agent in drilling muds.
- Industrial Uses: Found in paper coatings, rubber, and as a filler in various products.
Barium Sulfate (BaSO4) Packaging
Our Barium Sulfate (BaSO4) is carefully handled during storage and transportation to preserve the quality of our product in its original condition.
Barium Sulfate (BaSO4) FAQs
Q1: What are the main applications of Barium Sulfate crystals?
Used as a radiopaque agent in medical imaging, a filler in industrial products like paints and plastics, and a weighting agent in drilling fluids.
Q2: Is Barium Sulfate safe to use?
Generally considered non-toxic and safe for medical use, but should be handled to avoid inhalation of dust particles.
Q3: Why is Barium Sulfate used in medical imaging?
Its high density makes it radiopaque, allowing it to clearly outline structures in X-ray and CT imaging.
사양
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Mineral name
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Baryte
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Material
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BaSO4
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Size
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10μm, 5cm, or customized
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|
Melting Point ℃
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1580
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|
Crystal system
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Orthorhombic
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|
Space Group
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Pnma
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|
Unit cell
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a [Å]:8.88b [Å]:5.46c [Å]:7.16
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|
Mohs hardness
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3 - 3.5
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|
Density (g/cm3)
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4.48
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|
Cleavage
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Perfect on {001} and {210}, imperfect on {010}
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|
Color
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Yellow
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Transparency
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Transparent to opaque
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Refractive Index
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nα=1.634-1.637; nβ=1.636-1.638; nΥ=1.646-1.648
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