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Witherite and Rosasite Physical Properties


Rosasite and Witherite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Effervesces in cold   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.27-4.35   
4-4.2   

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

Cleavage
{010} Distinct   
Perfect on {100} and {010}   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
4   

Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Not Available   

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Witherite and Rosasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Witherite and Rosasite 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 Rosasite chemical formula.

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Witherite and Rosasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Rosasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Rosasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 4-4.2 whereas that of Rosasite is 4-4.2.

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