Witherite and Kainite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.27-4.35
2.15
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{010} Distinct
{001}, perfect
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
2.5-3
Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Witherite and Kainite Chemical Formula
While comparing Witherite and Kainite 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 Kainite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Witherite and Kainite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Kainite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Kainite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 2.15 whereas that of Kainite is 2.15.