Witherite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.27-4.35
3.0-3.3
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Cleavage
{010} Distinct
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
MnCO3
Witherite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula
While comparing Witherite and Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
Witherite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.