Witherite and Glass Physical Properties

Witherite and Glass Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Glass 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 Glass chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Witherite and Glass Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Glass Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Glass Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 2.39-4.00 whereas that of Glass is 2.39-4.00.