Vivianite and Barite Physical Properties

Vivianite and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vivianite 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 Vivianite and Barite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Vivianite- Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4

Vivianite and Barite Specific Gravity

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