Creedite and Baryte Physical Properties

Creedite and Baryte Chemical Formula

While comparing Creedite and Baryte 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 Creedite and Baryte chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Creedite- Ca 3Al 2(SO 4)(F,OH) 10Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Baryte- BaSO4

Creedite and Baryte Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Creedite and Baryte Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Creedite and Baryte Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Creedite is 4.3-5 whereas that of Baryte is 4.3-5.