Barite and Realgar Physical Properties

Barite and Realgar Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Realgar 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 Realgar chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
• Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Barite and Realgar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Realgar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Realgar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 3.56 whereas that of Realgar is 3.56.