Baddeleyite and Witherite Physical Properties

Baddeleyite and Witherite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite 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 Baddeleyite and Witherite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Baddeleyite and Witherite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Witherite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Witherite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 4.27-4.35 whereas that of Witherite is 4.27-4.35.