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Witherite and Quartz Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.27-4.352.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Distinct
{0110} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.57
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Witherite and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Quartz 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 Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO2

Witherite and Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 2.65 whereas that of Quartz is 2.65.