Pleonast and Witherite Physical Properties

Pleonast

Witherite

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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

Not Available4.27-4.35

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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{010} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available3-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Pleonast and Witherite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pleonast 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 Pleonast and Witherite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Pleonast and Witherite Specific Gravity

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