Witherite and Chrysotile Physical Properties

Witherite

Chrysotile

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble in water

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.27-4.352.51-2.63

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Fibrous

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

Not Available

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.52.5-4.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Witherite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Chrysotile 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 Chrysotile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Witherite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.