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Sapphire and Witherite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.034.27-4.35
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
{010} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
93-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sapphire and Witherite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire 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 Sapphire and Witherite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sapphire and Witherite Specific Gravity

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