Witherite and Powellite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
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Solubility
Not Available
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Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.27-4.35
4.23
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{010} Distinct
{111} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Witherite and Powellite Chemical Formula
While comparing Witherite and Powellite 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 Powellite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Witherite and Powellite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Powellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Powellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 4.23 whereas that of Powellite is 4.23.