Barite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Barite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
• Chemical formula of Sylvite- KCl

Barite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Barite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Barite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Barite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.