Phenakite and Baryte Physical Properties

Phenakite and Baryte Chemical Formula

While comparing Phenakite 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 Phenakite and Baryte chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Baryte- BaSO4

Phenakite and Baryte Specific Gravity

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