Barite and Papagoite Physical Properties

Barite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
• Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Barite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.