Chrysoprase and Witherite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.58-2.64
4.27-4.35
Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
None
{010} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chrysoprase and Witherite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase and Witherite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
- Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chrysoprase and Witherite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoprase and Witherite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoprase and Witherite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoprase is 4.27-4.35 whereas that of Witherite is 4.27-4.35.