Barite and Cat s Eye Physical Properties

Barite and Cat s Eye Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Cat s Eye 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 Barite and Cat s Eye chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
• Chemical formula of Cat s Eye- BeAl ₂ O ₄

Barite and Cat s Eye Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Cat s Eye Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Cat s Eye Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 3.5-3.8 whereas that of Cat s Eye is 3.5-3.8.