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Hiddenite and Witherite Physical Properties

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
3.15-3.214.27-4.35
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
{010} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-73-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hiddenite and Witherite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite and Witherite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hiddenite and Witherite Specific Gravity

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