Baryte and Apophyllite Physical Properties

Baryte and Apophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte and Apophyllite 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 Baryte and Apophyllite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baryte- BaSO4
• Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Baryte and Apophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte and Apophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte and Apophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte is 2.30-2.50 whereas that of Apophyllite is 2.30-2.50.