Barite and Chiastolite Physical Properties

Barite and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
• Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Barite and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.