Stichtite and Baryte Barite Physical Properties

Stichtite and Baryte Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Stichtite and Baryte 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 Stichtite and Baryte Barite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Stichtite and Baryte Barite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Stichtite and Baryte Barite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Stichtite and Baryte Barite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Stichtite is 4.43-4.46 whereas that of Baryte Barite is 4.43-4.46.