Witherite and Faustite Physical Properties

Witherite

Faustite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.27-4.352.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

{???} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.54.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Witherite and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Faustite 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 Faustite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Witherite and Faustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Faustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Faustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 2.9 whereas that of Faustite is 2.9.