Barite and Proustite Physical Properties

Barite and Proustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Proustite 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 Proustite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
• Chemical formula of Proustite- Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Barite and Proustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Proustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Proustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 5.51-5.64 whereas that of Proustite is 5.51-5.64.