Cymophane and Baryte Physical Properties

Cymophane and Baryte Chemical Formula

While comparing Cymophane 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 Cymophane and Baryte chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Baryte- BaSO4

Cymophane and Baryte Specific Gravity

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