Steatite and Barite Physical Properties

Steatite and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite 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 Steatite and Barite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4

Steatite and Barite Specific Gravity

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