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Sulfur and Witherite Physical Properties


Witherite and Sulfur Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
insoluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
4.27-4.35   

Fracture
(e.g. graphite).   
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{???} Imperfect, {???} Imperfect   
{010} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Sulfur and Witherite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulfur 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 Sulfur and Witherite chemical formula.

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Sulfur and Witherite Specific Gravity

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

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