Catapleiite and Witherite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.72
4.27-4.35
Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
{010} Distinct
Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Catapleiite and Witherite Chemical Formula
While comparing Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite and Witherite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Catapleiite and Witherite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Catapleiite and Witherite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Catapleiite and Witherite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Catapleiite is 4.27-4.35 whereas that of Witherite is 4.27-4.35.