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Microlite 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
5.5
4.27-4.35
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
{010} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Microlite and Witherite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite 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 Microlite and Witherite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Microlite- (Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael 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

Microlite and Witherite Specific Gravity

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