Witherite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

Witherite

Chrysoprase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.27-4.352.58-2.64

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.56.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Witherite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

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Witherite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.