Baryte and Whitlockite Physical Properties

Baryte and Whitlockite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte and Whitlockite 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 Whitlockite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baryte- BaSO4
• Chemical formula of Whitlockite- Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Baryte and Whitlockite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte and Whitlockite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte and Whitlockite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte is 3.12 whereas that of Whitlockite is 3.12.