Baryte and Uvarovite Physical Properties

Baryte and Uvarovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte and Uvarovite 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 Uvarovite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baryte- BaSO4
• Chemical formula of Uvarovite- Ca 3Cr 2(SiO 4) 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Baryte and Uvarovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte and Uvarovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte and Uvarovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte is 3.77 whereas that of Uvarovite is 3.77.