Zoisite and Barite Physical Properties

Zoisite and Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite 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 Zoisite and Barite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4

Zoisite and Barite Specific Gravity

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