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Musgravite 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
3.62-3.684.27-4.35
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
{010} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8-8.53-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Musgravite and Witherite Chemical Formula

While comparing Musgravite 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 Musgravite and Witherite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Musgravite- (Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Musgravite and Witherite Specific Gravity

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