Chiastolite and Witherite Physical Properties

Chiastolite

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

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.00-3.154.27-4.35

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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{010} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.53-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

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

Chiastolite and Witherite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite and Witherite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Chiastolite and Witherite Specific Gravity

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