Fluorite and Barite Physical Properties

Fluorite and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fluorite 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 Fluorite and Barite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF₂
• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4

Fluorite and Barite Specific Gravity

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