Dolomite and Witherite Physical Properties

Dolomite and Witherite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dolomite 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 Dolomite and Witherite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Dolomite- CaMg(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Dolomite and Witherite Specific Gravity

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