Villiaumite and Barite Physical Properties

Villiaumite and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Villiaumite 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 Villiaumite and Barite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Villiaumite- NaFUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4

Villiaumite and Barite Specific Gravity

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