Witherite and Grossular Physical Properties

Witherite

Grossular

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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

4.27-4.353.55-3.73

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

none

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Witherite and Grossular Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Grossular 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 Grossular chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Grossular- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Witherite and Grossular Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Grossular Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Grossular Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Grossular is 3.55-3.73.