Gaylussite and Barite Physical Properties

Gaylussite and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite and Barite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4

Gaylussite and Barite Specific Gravity

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