Vesuvianite and Baryte Physical Properties

Vesuvianite and Baryte Chemical Formula

While comparing Vesuvianite 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 Vesuvianite and Baryte chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Vesuvianite- Ca10(Mg,Fe)2Al4(SiO4)5(Si2O7)2(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Baryte- BaSO4

Vesuvianite and Baryte Specific Gravity

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