Baryte Barite and Opal Physical Properties

Baryte Barite and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte Barite and Opal 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 Barite and Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Baryte Barite and Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte Barite and Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte Barite and Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte Barite is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Opal is 1.98-2.25.