Barite and Chlorite group Physical Properties

Barite and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
• Chemical formula of Chlorite group- (Mg,Fe)3(Si,Al)4O10(OH)2·(Mg,Fe)3(OH)6

Barite and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Chlorite group Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Chlorite group Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 2.6-3.3 whereas that of Chlorite group is 2.6-3.3.