Barley

Property	Specification
Appearance	Golden to light brown, sometimes pale yellow
Shape	Oval or rounded grains, slightly elongated
Size	Length: 7-10 mm, Width: 3-5 mm
Weight	40-55 grams per 1000 grains (varies by variety)
Specific Gravity	1.3 - 1.4 g/cm³
Test Weight	50-65 kg/hl (kilograms per hectoliter)
Hardness	Softer than wheat, often less than 30 seconds on falling number
Moisture Content	12-14%
Protein Content	10-12% (depends on variety and growing conditions)
Ash Content	2-3%
Gluten Content	Low gluten content
Hull	Rough, hard outer layer (usually removed for malting)

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