Barite and Witherite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.48
4.27-4.35
Fracture
Uneven
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
{010} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3-3.5
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
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.