Azurite and Witherite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.70-3.90
4.27-4.35
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect on {011}, fair on {100}, poor on {110}
{010} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Azurite and Witherite Chemical Formula
While comparing Azurite and Witherite 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 Azurite and Witherite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Azurite- Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Azurite and Witherite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Azurite and Witherite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Azurite and Witherite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Azurite is 4.27-4.35 whereas that of Witherite is 4.27-4.35.