Witherite and Mimetite Physical Properties

Witherite and Mimetite Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Mimetite 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 Mimetite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Witherite and Mimetite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Mimetite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Mimetite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 7.10 whereas that of Mimetite is 7.10.