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Ulexite and Witherite Physical Properties

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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
1.65-1.99
4.27-4.35
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
{010} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ulexite and Witherite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ulexite 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 Ulexite and Witherite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ulexite and Witherite Specific Gravity

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