Sulphur and Barite Physical Properties

Sulphur and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulphur 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 Sulphur and Barite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4

Sulphur and Barite Specific Gravity

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