Benitoite and Barite Physical Properties

Benitoite and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Benitoite and Barite 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 Benitoite and Barite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Benitoite- BaTiSi 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4

Benitoite and Barite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Benitoite and Barite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Benitoite and Barite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Benitoite is 4.48 whereas that of Barite is 4.48.