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Witherite and Lazulite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.27-4.35
3.04-3.17
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Distinct
{001} Indistinct, {???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references

Witherite and Lazulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Lazulite 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 Lazulite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Lazulite- (Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references

Witherite and Lazulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Lazulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Lazulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 3.04-3.17 whereas that of Lazulite is 3.04-3.17.