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Copper and Witherite Physical Properties

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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
Not Available4.27-4.35
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Hackly Jagged, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
{010} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.53-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Copper and Witherite Chemical Formula

While comparing Copper 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 Copper and Witherite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Copper- Cu
  • Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Copper and Witherite Specific Gravity

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