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Leucite and Witherite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
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Solubility

-
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Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.45-2.504.27-4.35
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Conchoidal

Cleavage

Poor on {110}
{010} Distinct

Mohs Hardness

5.5-63-3.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Leucite and Witherite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucite 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 Leucite and Witherite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Leucite- KAlSi 2O 6Michael 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

Leucite and Witherite Specific Gravity

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