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Witherite and Dravite Physical Properties


Dravite and Witherite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.27-4.35   
3.03-3.18   

Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{010} Distinct   
{???} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Witherite and Dravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Dravite 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 Dravite chemical formula.

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Witherite and Dravite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Dravite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Dravite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 3.03-3.18 whereas that of Dravite is 3.03-3.18.

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