Witherite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.27-4.35
2.90
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{010} Distinct
None
Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Witherite and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula
While comparing Witherite and Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Witherite and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Hurlbutite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Hurlbutite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 2.90 whereas that of Hurlbutite is 2.90.