Baryte and Wulfenite Physical Properties

Baryte and Wulfenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte and Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baryte- BaSO4
• Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Baryte and Wulfenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte and Wulfenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte and Wulfenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte is 6.50-7.00 whereas that of Wulfenite is 6.50-7.00.