Witherite and Microcline Physical Properties

Witherite

Microcline

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.27-4.352.55-2.63

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Uneven, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

{001} Perfect, {010} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Witherite and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Microcline 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 Microcline chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Witherite and Microcline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.