Witherite and Eosphorite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.27-4.35
3.05-3.08
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Subconchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven
Cleavage
{010} Distinct
Poor on {100}
Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Mn2+ Al(PO 4)(OH) 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Witherite and Eosphorite Chemical Formula
While comparing Witherite and Eosphorite 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 Eosphorite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Eosphorite- Mn2+ Al(PO 4)(OH) 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Witherite and Eosphorite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Eosphorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Eosphorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 3.05-3.08 whereas that of Eosphorite is 3.05-3.08.