Barite and Snowflake Obsidian Physical Properties

Barite and Snowflake Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Snowflake Obsidian 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 Snowflake Obsidian chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
• Chemical formula of Snowflake Obsidian- SiO2

Barite and Snowflake Obsidian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Snowflake Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Snowflake Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 2.33-2.50 whereas that of Snowflake Obsidian is 2.33-2.50.