Barite and Witherite Physical Properties

Barite

Witherite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.48

4.27-4.35

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect

{010} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

BaSO4

BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Barite and Witherite Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite 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 Barite and Witherite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Barite and Witherite Specific Gravity

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