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Witherite and Amblygonite 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
4.27-4.35
2.98-3.10
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Sub-Conchoidal, Irregular/uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Distinct
[100] Perfect, [110] Good, [011] Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Witherite and Amblygonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Amblygonite 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 Witherite and Amblygonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Amblygonite- (Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Witherite and Amblygonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Amblygonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Amblygonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 2.98-3.10 whereas that of Amblygonite is 2.98-3.10.

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