Witherite and Pargasite Physical Properties

Witherite

Pargasite

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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

4.27-4.353.04-3.26

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Splintery, Brittle, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

{110} perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.55-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Witherite and Pargasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Pargasite 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 Pargasite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Pargasite- NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Witherite and Pargasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Pargasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Pargasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 3.04-3.26 whereas that of Pargasite is 3.04-3.26.