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Witherite and Cavansite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.27-4.352.25-2.33
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Distinct
Good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.53-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Witherite and Cavansite Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Cavansite 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 Cavansite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Cavansite- Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Witherite and Cavansite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Cavansite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Cavansite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 2.25-2.33 whereas that of Cavansite is 2.25-2.33.