Witherite and Baryte Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.27-4.35
4.3-5
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Irregular/uneven
Cleavage
{010} Distinct
Perfect cleavage parallel to base and prism faces: {001} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Witherite and Baryte Chemical Formula
While comparing Witherite and Baryte 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 Baryte chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Witherite and Baryte Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Baryte Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Baryte Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 4.3-5 whereas that of Baryte is 4.3-5.