Hyalite and Baryte Physical Properties

Hyalite and Baryte Chemical Formula

While comparing Hyalite 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 Hyalite and Baryte chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hyalite- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
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Hyalite and Baryte Specific Gravity

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