Hambergite and Barite Physical Properties

Hambergite and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hambergite 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 Hambergite and Barite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4

Hambergite and Barite Specific Gravity

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