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Moroxite and Witherite Physical Properties


Witherite and Moroxite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.13-3.26   
4.27-4.35   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
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{010} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
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3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Moroxite and Witherite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite 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 Moroxite and Witherite chemical formula.

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Moroxite and Witherite Specific Gravity

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

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